Australia’s New Skilled Visa Processing Priorities: Key Changes from September 2026 Australia has announced significant changes to the processing order for several skilled visas, effective from September 19, 2026. These updates will prioritize specific occupations and introduce a fast-track pathway … Read More
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IndiGo Hikes Add-On Charges: New Infant, Baggage and Priority Fees From September 2026
IndiGo, India’s largest airline, has implemented revised charges for several add-on services, meaning passengers could now pay more for their journey even if the basic airfare remains unchanged. These new IndiGo add-on fees, effective from September 17, 2026, cover essential … Read More
India Changes Child Passport Validity Rules for Children Under 15
New Indian Passport Rules: Revised Validity for Children Under 15 The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has announced significant updates to Indian passport validity for children below 15 years. Under the new regulations, ordinary Indian passports issued to children will … Read More
US F-1 OPT Fees May Rise as DHS Proposal Clears OMB Review
International students holding a US F-1 visa could soon face new or increased fees for Optional Practical Training (OPT) applications. This development follows the Office of Management and Budget (OMB)’s recent review completion of a proposed Department of Homeland Security … Read More
Vietnam Changes Document Legalisation Rules for Indian Travellers From September 11
New Document Authentication Rule: Indian Documents for Vietnam Require Apostille from September 11, 2026 Indian travellers, students, workers, and businesses using public documents in Vietnam will face a new, crucial document authentication requirement starting September 11, 2026. From this date, … Read More
South Korea Expands Visa Services to Six Centres Across South Asia
Expanded South Korea Visa Application Centres in South Asia South Korea visa applicants in India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh now benefit from expanded access to visa services, with a total of six new Visa Application Centres (VACs) opening across the … Read More
Belarus Opens E-Visa Route for Indian Travellers: Validity, Fee and How to Apply
Great news for Indian travelers! Belarus has officially added India to its e-visa eligible countries list, streamlining the process for Indian passport holders to visit. This new online route allows you to bypass the traditional, often complex, visa application, making … Read More
India Offers Thai Travellers Free 30-Day Double-Entry e-Tourist Visa Until 2027
Free Indian e-Tourist Visa for Thai Citizens: 30-Day Double Entry Until 2027 Thai passport holders can now benefit from a special arrangement, allowing them to apply for a 30-day Indian e-Tourist visa with double entry at no cost. This new … Read More
US F-1 Visa Rules Change: New 4-Year Limit and 30-Day Grace Period
Major changes are coming for international students holding F-1 visas in the US. From September 15, 2026, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is replacing the long-standing “duration of status” system with fixed admission periods. This shift means a tighter … Read More
Ireland Citizenship Rules May Tighten: 8-Year Residence and New Tests Proposed
Ireland is considering significant changes to its citizenship by naturalisation rules, proposing an extension of the standard residence requirement from five years to eight years. These potential updates also include new language, civics, and financial criteria for applicants. While the … Read More