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ArticleThe US has removed the two-year home residency requirement for J-1 visa holders from 37 countries, including India and China, easing pathways to work visas and green cards.
ArticleThe U.S. extends automatic work permit renewal to 540 days for H-4 and L-2 visa holders, easing delays for spouses of H-1B and L-1 workers.
ArticleThe U.S. Department of Homeland Security extends automatic work permit renewals for H-4 and L-2 visa holders from 180 to 540 days, effective January 13, 2025.
ArticleExpert tips from visa consultants and travel specialists to make your Schengen family trip smoother, from documentation to child-friendly planning.
ArticleCanada’s immigration backlog has created major delays for Indian applicants seeking study permits, work visas, and permanent residency approvals.
ArticleH-1B visa approvals dropped across major US employers in 2024, with Amazon, Infosys, and TCS reporting significant declines amid global, economic, and policy shifts.
ArticleLeading US tech companies, including Amazon, Infosys, and Google, reduced their H-1B visa sponsorships in 2024, reflecting global hiring shifts and regulatory trends.
ArticleDonald Trump’s re-election as US President could reshape immigration policy, impacting H-1B, EB-5, and Green Card pathways — experts explain what’s next for Indian professionals and students.
ArticleSweden’s plan to adopt the EU Blue Card Directive could unlock new opportunities for skilled Indian professionals in tech, engineering, and healthcare with EU-wide job mobility.
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