Planning a trip to Nepal? As of August 17, 2026, Nepal has fully implemented its Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) system, streamlining the tourist visa process for eligible foreign travelers before they even arrive. This advance authorization simplifies and speeds up … Read More
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US Work Visa Processing Times September 2026: PERM, H-1B and H-2B Update
US employers navigating the PERM green card process continue to face significant delays. As of August 31, 2026, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) reported the following PERM processing times: Analyst Review: Applications filed in November 2025 or earlier. Audit … Read More
Denmark Launches New Work Scheme for 16 Countries, Sets DKK 322,000 Salary Threshold
Denmark’s New Work Scheme: Collective Agreement-Based Business Scheme (2027) Starting January 1, 2027, Denmark is introducing a significant new immigration pathway for foreign professionals: the Collective Agreement-Based Business Scheme. This program aims to streamline the hiring process for qualifying Danish … Read More
US Expands Residency Rules for Children of Foreign Officials: Who Qualifies?
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has significantly broadened a path to U.S. permanent residency (Green Card) for specific children born in the United States to parents employed by foreign governments. This key immigration update could impact families of … Read More
Malaysia Restricts Multiple Entry Visa to 31 Nationalities: Check New Rules
Malaysia has implemented stricter Multiple Entry Visa (MEV) rules, effective September 1, 2026. These new regulations restrict the Malaysia MEV to citizens of only 31 eligible countries and limit its use to four specific travel purposes: Fly & Cruise, business, … Read More
India Introduces e-Group Visa for Foreign Cruise Tourists: Eligibility, Fees and How to Apply
Foreign cruise passengers planning a visit to India can now benefit from a specialized e-Group Visit Visa (Cruise). This new facility, introduced by the Ministry of Home Affairs into India’s e-Visa system, streamlines the visa application process, allowing cruise operators … Read More
UK Changes Skilled Worker Rules to Protect Modern Slavery Victims
Recognised victims of modern slavery in the UK now have a crucial new protection: they can leave an exploitative employer and seek new work without automatically jeopardising their immigration status. This significant Home Office measure aims to safeguard vulnerable individuals. … Read More
UK Visa Rules Change: Stricter Skilled Worker Route, Wider Global Talent Access
UK Visa Changes: Tougher for Lower-Skilled, More Opportunities for High-Skilled Professionals The United Kingdom has recently updated its immigration policies, making it more challenging for individuals seeking entry via lower-skilled employment. Simultaneously, the new rules are designed to attract and … Read More
India Reopens Employment Visas for Canadians, Adds Mandatory Biometrics
Great news for Canadian professionals! Indian consular posts in Canada have officially resumed accepting Employment Visa applications from Canadian nationals. This marks the end of a long-standing restriction on this crucial visa category, paving the way for Canadians seeking to … Read More
U.S. Restarts Green Card Lottery Visa Issuance: Why September 30 Matters!
U.S. Diversity Visa (DV) Issuance Resumes: What DV Lottery Applicants Need to Know Now Great news for many U.S. Green Card Lottery selectees! The U.S. State Department has officially resumed issuing Diversity Visas (DVs) following a federal court order that … Read More