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Sep

UK Spouse Visa in 2026: Requirements, Fees, Eligibility & Application Process

What Is a UK Spouse Visa? A UK Spouse Visa lets you join your spouse or partner in the UK. Your partner must be a British or Irish citizen, have settled status, or have another eligible immigration status. The visa is part of the UK Family Visa route and lets you live, work, and study...

Sep

F-1 Student Visa Interview: Questions, Process & Tips (2026 Guide)

Getting accepted into a U.S. college or university is an exciting milestone. Congratulations! Your next step is to prepare for your student visa interview so you can move closer to starting your studies in the USA. In this blog, you will learn what to expect during your F-1 student visa interview process. What Is the...

Sep

How to Get Indian Citizenship: Eligibility, Process, Documents & Requirements

What Is Indian Citizenship? (Overview) Indian citizenship is the legal status that recognizes a person as a citizen of the Republic of India. It provides certain rights and privileges under Indian law, subject to applicable legal conditions. Citizenship is governed by Articles 5 to 11 of the Constitution of India and the Citizenship Act, 1955,...

Sep

What is FRRO? Full Form, Registration Process & Online Portal Guide

What is FRRO? FRRO stands for Foreigners Regional Registration Office. It is the primary agency responsible for regulating the entry, stay, and exit of foreign nationals in India. It functions under the Bureau of Immigration, Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India under the broader Indian immigration framework. In smaller cities and towns that don’t...

Aug

H-1B Employers Face Potential $103,265 Additional Fee

U.S. employers planning to sponsor foreign workers through the H-1B program could face a significant new cost under a proposal announced by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). DHS is proposing an additional $103,265 fee for H-1B petitions subject to the annual cap, including petitions filed under the U.S. advanced degree exemption. The proposed fee...

Aug

New Asylum Questions Now Asked at All U.S. Nonimmigrant Visa Interviews: What Applicants Must Know

U.S. nonimmigrant visa interviews now include two additional asylum-related questions. According to news reports, the U.S. Department of State sent a cable dated April 28, 2026, instructing consular officers to ask these questions during nonimmigrant visa interviews worldwide. If you are applying for a nonimmigrant visa, read further to understand the new questions and what...

Aug

F-1 Student Visa: Requirements for Students in 2026

What Is an F-1 Student Visa? An F-1 student visa is a non-immigrant visa issued by the United States that allows international students to enter the country for the purpose of pursuing academic studies at an accredited institution. It is the most common visa category for foreign nationals attending U.S. universities, colleges, high schools, language...

Aug

Advance Parole Travel May Now Trigger the 3- or 10-Year Unlawful Presence Bar

The Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) has issued a significant precedent decision that changes the immigration consequences of international travel on Advance Parole for certain foreign nationals who have accrued unlawful presence in the United States. It does not per se impact persons who maintain other lawful status and seek to return to the U.S....

Aug

U.S. Government Expands 9-11 Response & Biometric Entry-Exit Fee to H-1B and L-1 Extension Petitions — Effective September 9, 2026

On August 10, 2026, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) published a Final Rule significantly expanding the applicability of the 9-11 Response and Biometric Entry-Exit Fee (the Fee) to H-1B and L-1 extension petitions. This fee is often called the “9-11 fee” or “Public Law 114-113 fee.” The Final Rule carries an effective date...

Aug

B-1/B-2 Visa Rejection: Reasons, Refusal Rates & Reapplication Process (2026)

What is a B-1/ B-2 Visa The B-1/B-2 is a combined U.S. visitor visa that allows foreign nationals to travel temporarily for business or leisure or a mix of both on a single visa. The B-1 covers business activities such as attending meetings or conferences, while the B-2 covers tourism, family visits, and medical treatment....

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