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Visa fee surge: Challenges ahead for international musicians touring in the US
All international musicians require work authorisation to perform in the US. Here are a few exemptions as visa fee surges
Published on Apr 17, 2024 04:43 PM IST
AP | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, New York
Gurgaon founder was stopped for US visa interview over Ultrahuman ring
When Deepak Abbot was stopped for a US visa interview over Ultrahuman ring, he did something that his grandfather did with his gold during Ind-Pak partition.
Updated on Apr 03, 2024 03:37 PM IST
USCIS issues a new employment-based Green Card alert for Form I-693
Request for Evidence alert sent out for Form I-693 to EB Green Card applicants.
Published on Apr 01, 2024 10:12 PM IST
Another glitch mislabels H1B lottery selections as ‘Submitted’
Notifications for H1B lottery selections started being sent out on March 28. They're expected to roll over until April 1.
Published on Mar 31, 2024 02:06 AM IST
April 2024 US Visa Bulletin: Final action dates move up
The 2024 April US Visa Bulletin shows advancement in final action dates across several employment-based categories.
Published on Mar 30, 2024 02:19 AM IST
HT Exclusive: USIF President shares tips to crack E-B5 visa
“Always seek professional guidance from an experienced immigration attorney,” USIF President and CMO advises every EB5 visa seekers.
Published on Mar 29, 2024 02:17 PM IST
Studying in the US? Ex PepsiCo Chairman Indra Nooyi shares 9 important tips
Former PepsiCo Chairman and CEO Indra Nooyi shares 9 important tips to Indian students who planning to migrate to the United States for education.
Published on Mar 22, 2024 06:52 PM IST
HT Education Desk, New Delhi
2025 H1B online registration FAQs addressed after organisational account intro
USCIS releases FAQs to help with the registration for the fiscal year 2025, addressing the new and thorough electronic makeover of the process.
Published on Mar 19, 2024 02:12 AM IST
FY 2025 H1B cap registration period details announced
H1B registration opens for the new fiscal year. Applicants required to use a USCIS online account to register.
Published on Mar 14, 2024 09:06 PM IST
Prince Harry US Visa case: Bombshell drug confession to be addressed in court
Are Prince Harry's plans of becoming a US citizen going to be shattered? Today's visa case hearing to be play the decisive factor.
Published on Feb 23, 2024 06:15 PM IST
US working to reduce visitor visa wait time for Indians after decrease of 75%
The US decreased visa wait time by 75% but working to reduce more in one area of travel ie people travelling for the first time to the United States for tourism
Published on Feb 22, 2024 04:32 PM IST
PTI | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi
March 2024 US Visa Bulletin: Progress for EB-1 Indian Green Card applicants
The 2024 March US Visa Bulletin marks a progress in EB-1 India and Eb-1 China categories.
Published on Feb 19, 2024 03:54 PM IST
National Security Agreement: H1B visa holders' spouses to get work authorisation
Under National Security Agreement, around 100,00 work permits will be offered to the spouses of H1B visa holders and their dependent children.
Updated on Feb 06, 2024 03:10 PM IST
H1B visa renewal pilot program guide: Eligibility, how to apply and more
From eligibility criteria to required documents, here's everything you should know about the H-1B visa pilot program application process starting on January 29.
Published on Jan 26, 2024 05:35 PM IST
Good news for International students looking for US immigrant visa
New US policy guidance on F visas allows students to apply for immigrant visa and work for startups
Published on Dec 21, 2023 02:54 PM IST
Indians now represent over 10% of worldwide US visa applicants
US Ambassador to India Eric Garcetti personally handed over one millionth visa to a couple, who will be heading to US to attend their son's graduation at MIT.
Published on Sep 28, 2023 07:02 PM IST
PTI | | Posted by Lingamgunta Nirmitha Rao
Green card backlog is hurting US innovation
Canadian work permit program attracts Indian tech professionals entangled in the prolonged US green card waiting process, highlighting flaws in US immigration
Updated on Sep 03, 2023 06:31 PM IST
US restricts Hungarian passport holders' visa-free travel for security concerns
The validity period of travel for Hungarian passport holders was reduced to 1 year and each traveller will be limited to a single entry into the United States.
Published on Aug 02, 2023 04:51 PM IST
AP | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, Budapest, Hungary
Green Card barriers need urgent attention
Long delays are a vexing wrinkle in an otherwise blossoming relationship.
Published on Jul 31, 2023 09:11 AM IST
How can Indian IT professionals bid farewell to H-1B visa woes with EB-5 visa?
Indian IT professionals in US seek alternatives to H-1B visas. The EB-5 visa offers stability and a pathway to US citizenship, making it an attractive choice.
Published on Jul 31, 2023 03:11 AM IST
Green Card wait for Indians reaches 195-years, lawmakers address President Biden
Lawmakers urge President Biden to address the Green Card backlog, which has led to a 195-year wait for Indian immigrants
Updated on Jul 29, 2023 10:50 PM IST
US immigration announces second lottery round for H-1B visas. Details here
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services announced second round of random lottery selection for H-1B visas for FY 2024, catch the details here
Published on Jul 28, 2023 06:38 PM IST
BJP MP demands land for US consulate in Bengaluru
After the announcement of plans to open a new US consulate in Bengaluru, BJP MP Tejasv Surya on Friday asked the Karnataka government to provide support and land for the consulate
Updated on Jun 24, 2023 01:24 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Bengaluru
Bangladesh vows to hold free, fair elections after US threatens visa curbs
US Secretary of State Blinken said US is adopting visa restrictions on Bangladeshi individuals who undermine the democratic election process.
Published on May 25, 2023 11:43 AM IST
Reuters | | Posted by Lingamgunta Nirmitha Rao
Skip the queue! US Embassy in India expands Visa interview waiver process
US Embassy India has announced some great news for travellers looking to renew their US visa
Updated on Apr 27, 2023 07:11 PM IST
US on track to issue over a million visas to Indians in 2023: What official said
US Visa News: India is now number two in the world in terms of international students going to the United States.
Published on Apr 22, 2023 08:04 PM IST
Indian students to get 30% more visa interviews: US envoy
US consulates processed nearly 1.25 lakh visa applications of students in India, the Consul General said.
Updated on Apr 18, 2023 11:13 PM IST
PTI |
US student visa fee to increase from May 30, Know how much Indians have to pay
As per current exchange rates, Indian students will have to pay around 15,140 for an US visa once these rules are implemented.
Published on Apr 09, 2023 11:13 AM IST
Student denied boarding to Vancouver flight via Seattle for not having US Visa
A 25-year-old student traveling to Vancouver via Seattle was denied boarding to her Qatar Airways flight as she did not have a US transit visa.
Published on Apr 07, 2023 03:30 PM IST
Fired H1B staffers need to leave in 60 days? US Immigration Services says this
H1B Visa Rules: The FIIDS had written to USCIS regarding the impact of tech layoffs seeking an increase in the grace period for H1B visa holders.
Published on Mar 28, 2023 08:34 AM IST