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H-1B visa: US reaches mandated 65,000 cap for 2023

The H-1B visa is a non-immigrant visa that allows US companies to employ foreign workers in speciality occupations that require theoretical or technical expertise.

Updated on Aug 24, 2022, 8:08 AM IST

Tamil Nadu: Two Bangladesh citizens held for staying without visa for a year

The police arrested them and registered a case under section 3 (2) (c) read with 14 of the Foreigners Act and 3 (3) Passport (entry to India) Act.

Published on Aug 23, 2022, 6:02 PM IST

China relaxes visa ban for Indian students after over two years

Representational image.

Published on Aug 22, 2022, 10:23 PM IST

New Zealand to extend visas of some onshore working holiday makers

New Zealand to extend visas of some onshore working holiday makers

Updated on Aug 21, 2022, 6:46 PM IST

Planning a trip to US? You may get visa appointment in 2024. Check details here.

The average waiting time for visitor visa is over 500 days.

Published on Aug 18, 2022, 7:25 PM IST

Finland to drastically cut Russian tourist visas as Europe-bound tourists spike

This file photo shows Russian tourists having their passport checked at the Nuijamaa border crossing, Finland. Finland will limit Russian tourist visas to 10 percent of current volumes as of September 1 due to rising discontent over Russian tourism amid the war in Ukraine, the Finnish government said

Published on Aug 17, 2022, 9:24 AM IST

Foreign tourists can apply for RAP and PAP online to visit Sikkim from October

Foreign tourists can apply for RAP and PAP online to visit Sikkim from October

Published on Aug 17, 2022, 9:02 AM IST

Czech Republic imposes tough restrictions on travel and work visas for Russians

Czech Republic imposes tough restrictions on travel and work visas for Russians

Updated on Aug 13, 2022, 8:24 AM IST

Estonia tightens Russian visa rules as Germany rules out strict travel measure

Estonia tightens Russian visa rules as Germany rules out strict travel measure amid war in Ukraine

Updated on Aug 11, 2022, 8:12 PM IST

Estonia, Finland want Europe to end Russian tourist visas amid war in Ukraine

Estonia, Finland want Europe to end Russian tourist visas amid war in Ukraine

Updated on Aug 10, 2022, 9:19 AM IST

Delhi: One arrested for forging visas, passports; other aides on the run

DCP Sharma said on June 6 this year, a passenger — Ravi Rameshbhai Chaudhary, who had an Indian passport and was deported from Kuwait via a flight — approached officials for immigration clearance on arrival.

Published on Aug 8, 2022, 3:27 AM IST

Evening brief: India deported 117 Chinese nationals during 2019-21, says govt

Union minister of state for home affairs Nityanand Rai was responding to a question in the Lok Sabha regarding Chinese citizens staying in India illegally or under expired visas. (ANI)

Published on Aug 2, 2022, 5:04 PM IST

Thailand's international tourism jump to power GDP growth to 5-year high in 2023

Thailand's international tourism jump to power GDP growth to 5-year high in 2023

Updated on Aug 2, 2022, 4:03 PM IST

Japan rules out travel curbs despite Tokyo's new Covid-19 cases touching record

Japan rules out travel curbs despite Tokyo's new Covid-19 cases touching record

Updated on Jul 29, 2022, 9:33 AM IST

After digital nomads, ‘slomads’ take their work on travel but for longer time

After digital nomads, ‘slomads’ take their work on travel but for longer time

Updated on Jul 28, 2022, 9:58 AM IST

The world's strongest passport is Japan. India's rank is...

A pedestrian holds passports of the United States (REUTERS/Fred Greaves/File Photo)

Published on Jul 20, 2022, 12:51 PM IST

Canada resumes Express Entry for permanent residency. How does it work?

A Canada flag flies in front of the Peace Tower on Parliament Hill in Ottawa, Ontario.

Published on Jul 15, 2022, 1:28 PM IST

MHA grants 100 e-visas on priority after Kabul attack

A Taliban fighter walks into a house damaged in the blast, in Kabul on Saturday. (Reuters)

Updated on Jun 20, 2022, 2:30 AM IST

Portugal to speed up visa issuance to attract workers, students, digital nomads

A TAP Air Portugal Airbus A319-100 plane lands at Lisbon's airport. Portugal to speed up visa issuance to attract workers, students, digital nomads

Updated on Jun 16, 2022, 9:29 AM IST

Ex US lawmaker underlines dire need to expand H-1B visa programme amid inflation

The H-1B visa programme is the most sought-after work visa among foreign professionals, including Indians.

Published on Jun 16, 2022, 8:42 AM IST

Brazil asks Mexico to fix electronic authorisation glitches delaying travellers

Brazil asks Mexico to fix electronic authorisation glitches delaying travellers.

Updated on Jun 10, 2022, 8:42 AM IST

Expecting another record-breaking year for visas to Indian students: US official

(HT File Photo/ Representational image)

Updated on Jun 7, 2022, 3:19 PM IST

Argentina targets digital nomads with new visa, hopes to entice remote workers

Argentina targets digital nomads with new visa, hopes to entice remote workers

Updated on May 11, 2022, 9:00 AM IST

UK PM Johnson signals visa flexibility with India: ‘always been in favour of…’

Prime Minister Boris Johnson speaks to the media on board his flight as he flies to India for a two-day visit on Wednesday.

Published on Apr 21, 2022, 8:29 AM IST

AYUSH visas soon to treat foreigners: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi. (REUTERS PHOTO)

Updated on Apr 21, 2022, 5:52 AM IST

Bill introduced for automatic right to work to H-1B spouses in US

The H-4 Work Authorization Act seeks to grant the spouses of H-1B visa holding immigrants an automatic right to work after receiving their H-4 visa.

Published on Apr 8, 2022, 5:57 AM IST

UK looking at easing visa rules for Ukrainians, minister says

Representational image showing Ukrainian refugees waiting for their transportation after crossing the border.

Updated on Mar 10, 2022, 3:14 PM IST

EU lawmakers to push for ban on new 'golden passports', visas for Russians

European Union flags are seen outside the European Commission headquarters in Brussels, Belgium. (REUTERS/Francois Lenoir/File Photo)

Published on Mar 8, 2022, 9:18 PM IST

Russian banks may issue cards with China's UnionPay as Visa, Mastercard cut link

Credit cards issued by Russian banks using the Visa and Mastercard payment systems will stop functioning overseas after March 9.

Published on Mar 6, 2022, 11:14 PM IST

Mauritius turns to digital nomads to quicken tourism recovery amid Covid-19

Mauritius turns to digital nomads to quicken tourism recovery amid Covid-19

Updated on Mar 1, 2022, 10:41 AM IST

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