Google, Apple warn staff on US visa delays up to 12 months
Tech giants Google and Apple advise employees on US work visas to avoid international travel due to visa stamping delays of up to a year at embassies, risking being stranded.
Tech giants Google and Apple advise employees on US work visas to avoid international travel due to visa stamping delays of up to a year at embassies, risking being stranded.
Major US visa delays up to 12 months due to enhanced screening. Google & Apple warn H-1B holders against travel. Indian professionals among the worst affected. Read more.
Strict US social media checks cause major visa delays, stranding Indian professionals in India. US firms adopt remote work & urgent travel plans. Learn the impact on tech sector and alternative visas.
Hundreds of Indian H-1B visa holders are stranded after US consulates abruptly cancelled their visa renewal appointments, citing new social media screening rules. Learn about the impact and what's at stake.
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H-1B and H-4 visa applicants face over a year's delay in US interview slots, causing travel and family disruptions. Lawyer advises monitoring portals and avoiding non-essential travel. Read more.
Heavy rain caused severe waterlogging in Dubai and Sharjah, disrupting traffic and flights. The viral scenes drew comparisons to Indian monsoon chaos. Read the full report.
Dubai Police launch a new online service for 'To Whom It May Concern' certificates for weather-damaged vehicles. Skip police station visits, upload photos, pay AED 95, and get your certificate in 1-2 days. Essential for insurance claims.
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US visa interview wait times in India stretch up to 10 months for tourists. Govt reveals US now treats every visa as a national security decision, impacting schedules. Details inside.
Trump's immigration crackdown pushes H-1B visa interviews to October 2026, risking jobs and traumatizing Indian families. Read about the uncertainty and delays.
The US State Department has issued the January 2026 Visa Bulletin with priority dates for family and employment visas. Check the latest filing and final action dates for Indian applicants here.
India temporarily shuts two visa application centers in Bangladesh due to security situation. Operations suspended in Dhaka's Gulshan and Uttara areas. Details inside.
India has temporarily closed its visa application centers in Dhaka and Sylhet, Bangladesh, due to the security situation. Operations have shifted to the High Commission. Learn more.
US Republicans propose a total ban on the H-1B visa program, a major shift impacting Indian professionals. Get the latest details on this critical development.
The Indian government has launched a digital platform to fast-track visas for foreign engineers and technical experts needed by domestic manufacturers. This move cuts red tape and aims to boost production investment.
H-1B visa delays due to social media vetting leave Indians stranded. Experts advise keeping your job at all costs, as finding a new one could cost a company $100,000. Learn the critical steps to take now.
US visa delays due to social media vetting leave H-1B holders stranded in India. Experts advise keeping your job to avoid a $100,000 fee for new sponsorship. Read crucial advice.
H-1B workers and H-4 dependents report increased 221(g) visa refusals after US consulates ask about public social media profiles. Learn what a 221(g) slip means and how to respond.
New US social media vetting from Dec 15 leads to 221(g) slips for all visa applicants, causing major delays. Indian H-1B professionals are stuck, fearing job loss. Read the full impact.
Slovenia joins Europe's digital nomad visa trend, offering remote workers a one-year stay. Learn eligibility, income requirements (€3,200/month), and how to apply for this Schengen opportunity.
An international student's H-1B visa sponsorship was abruptly withdrawn by his employer, forcing a US exit. Read his shocking story and the uncertain future for Indian H-1B holders.
Dubai introduces gold & black number plates for corporate delivery bikes to enhance safety. Rule effective from December end. Learn about lane restrictions and key details.
New US rules require H-1B and H-4 visa applicants to make social media accounts public for review. Indian professionals, forming the core of America's tech workforce, face the highest impact. Learn what this means for your American dream.
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The US State Department mandates public social media screening for all H-1B and H-4 visa applicants from December 15. Learn the new rules and how to avoid visa denial.
US visa wait times improve significantly in New Delhi for students, while Chennai's B-1/B-2 appointments show 'N/A'. Get the latest updates and tips for securing your slot.
US State Department mandates social media checks for H-1B workers and H-4 dependents from Dec 15. Experts warn of delays, increased scrutiny for Indian IT professionals. Learn the new rules.
A US AI recruitment firm's hoarding at IIT-Delhi placement, promising H-1B sponsorship despite a $100,000 fee, offers relief to students amid stricter US visa norms under the Trump administration.
US to review public social media of Indian visa applicants from Dec 2025. H-1B, H-4, F, M, J categories affected. Learn how to prepare for the new screening process.