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ArticleUSCIS reveals that 343,981 eligible registrations were received for FY2026, far exceeding the annual cap of 85,000 visas, showing continued strong demand for H-1B visas despite tighter US scrutiny.
ArticleCanada votes today, and the result could reshape immigration, education, and work policies — with major consequences for Indian students, workers, and families.
ArticleAs Canada heads into the 2025 federal election, immigration dominates political debate. Here's what the Liberal and Conservative platforms say about PR, temporary visas, foreign workers, and border policy.
ArticleA new US visa regulation requires applicants to carry the DS-160 form with a confirmation barcode beginning with 'AA' that matches the one used to schedule their appointment — or risk visa interview cancellation.
ArticleUS Visa Bulletin May 2025 shows a six-month retrogression for Indian applicants in the EB-5 investor visa category, moving the final action date back to May 1, 2019.
ArticleIndustry players say a slowdown in visa adjudication could lead to a talent crunch, which in turn could affect American firms’ global competitiveness.
ArticleYou must meet three core conditions for the L1 route to work. The L1 is a non-immigrant visa that allows US employers to transfer executives or managers from affiliated offices abroad to the US.
ArticleImmigration lawyers say the closure will affect H-1B visa holders, F-1 international students, and green card applicants.
ArticleAccording to USCIS, posts supporting organisations like Hamas, Hezbollah and the Houthi movement will be treated as grounds for denying US visas or green cards.
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