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Planning a permanent move to the US? Here’s why more Indian H-1B professionals are choosing the EB-5 visa over decades-long Green Card wait - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Planning a permanent move to the US? Here’s why more Indian H-1B professionals are choosing the EB-5 visa over decades-long Green Card wait - The Times of India

There’s an over 10 years long wait for obtaining a Green Card. Many Indian professionals are still waiting for their American dreams to come true by s.

Aug 04, 2026 Read more →
U.S. Makes Visa Bond Program Permanent — Visas Granted to Targeted Countries Drop 83% skift.com

U.S. Makes Visa Bond Program Permanent — Visas Granted to Targeted Countries Drop 83%

The United States' visa bond program is set to become a permanent fixture, with tourists from select countries required to temporarily hand over up to

Jul 31, 2026 Read more →
How Greece’s ‘door visa’ gives Turkish visitors easier entry to islands in the EU | Euronews euronews.com

How Greece’s ‘door visa’ gives Turkish visitors easier entry to islands in the EU | Euronews

Launched in 2024, the visa-on-arrival scheme covers 12 Greek islands in the Aegean Sea. Nearly 1.5 million Turks visited Greece in 2025, up from 1.2 million the previous year.

Jul 31, 2026 Read more →
Iran ended visa-free entry for Indians, and it wasn't the only country to tighten travel rules in 2026; three more countries quietly followed timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Iran ended visa-free entry for Indians, and it wasn't the only country to tighten travel rules in 2026; three more countries quietly followed

For Indian travellers, visa-free travel has long been one of the biggest factors when choosing an international holiday. It saves time, reduces paperwork and makes spontaneous trips much easier. However, 2026 has brought a few surprises as four countries

Jul 26, 2026 Read more →
UAE, Saudi Arabia Travel Advisories Return Amid Weak Occupancy skift.com

UAE, Saudi Arabia Travel Advisories Return Amid Weak Occupancy

Travel advisories for the Middle East had eased last month, but the warnings are back as fighting continues and ceasefire talks break down.

Jul 23, 2026 Read more →
No UAE sponsor needed: Everything travellers need to know about the 5-year tourist visa | - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

No UAE sponsor needed: Everything travellers need to know about the 5-year tourist visa | - The Times of India

The five-year multiple-entry tourist visa provided by the United Arab Emirates (UAE) gives eligible foreign nationals an opportunity to enter the UAE .

Jul 23, 2026 Read more →
New Saudi visa lets Umrah pilgrims visit multiple times within a year | Euronews euronews.com

New Saudi visa lets Umrah pilgrims visit multiple times within a year | Euronews

Saudi Arabia has launched a new one-year multiple-entry visa, which will allow Umrah pilgrims to make repeated visits.

Jul 21, 2026 Read more →
Thailand Visa-Free Entry: Thailand retains visa-free entry for Indian passport holders, but there's a catch: Stay duration reduced to 30 days - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Thailand Visa-Free Entry: Thailand retains visa-free entry for Indian passport holders, but there's a catch: Stay duration reduced to 30 days - The Times of India

In a recent update, Thailand has announced to continue its popular visa-free entry scheme for Indian passport holders, which comes as a relief to thou.

Jul 15, 2026 Read more →
Revealed: These are the world’s most expensive tourist visas for EU citizens | Euronews euronews.com

Revealed: These are the world’s most expensive tourist visas for EU citizens | Euronews

Bhutan, Ghana and Nigeria charge visitors the most for their tourist visas, with the Sustainable Tourism Fee for the ‘Land of the Thunder Dragon’ set at $100 (€87.60) per person per night.

Jul 14, 2026 Read more →
Saudi Arabia Package Visa: Saudi Arabia introduces 'Package Visa' to combine travel booking and Visa application; what it means for travellers - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Saudi Arabia Package Visa: Saudi Arabia introduces 'Package Visa' to combine travel booking and Visa application; what it means for travellers - The Times of India

In a recent update, the government of Saudi Arabia has announced the launch of Package Visa. It is a new digital initiative designed to simplify trave.

Jul 13, 2026 Read more →
Japan confirms ₹500 visa fee for Indians even after massive global fee hike; here's how Indians can apply and who is eligible - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Japan confirms ₹500 visa fee for Indians even after massive global fee hike; here's how Indians can apply and who is eligible - The Times of India

Good news for Indian travellers planning a trip to Japan. Earlier this month, Japan confirmed a global visa fee hike applicable from July 1, 2026. How.

Jul 06, 2026 Read more →
Flights, hotels, visas and more: 8 things to check before booking your next trip to avoid overspending | Travel hindustantimes.com

Flights, hotels, visas and more: 8 things to check before booking your next trip to avoid overspending | Travel

From hidden fees to cancellation policies, here are a few you should check before booking your next trip to save money. | Travel

Jul 04, 2026 Read more →
UAE Discounts, Insurance and New Markets to Refill Hotel Rooms skift.com

UAE Discounts, Insurance and New Markets to Refill Hotel Rooms

UAE operators, airlines and government agencies are using deals and infrastructure spending to bring back international tourists.

Jul 02, 2026 Read more →
Visa’s new platform promises travel perks in European destinations | Euronews euronews.com

Visa’s new platform promises travel perks in European destinations | Euronews

The new Visa Destinations platform brings together dining, shopping, entertainment, culture, hotel and wellness recommendations and offers for travellers. It’s initially rolling out across 10 major destinations, including three in Europe.

Jul 01, 2026 Read more →
H-1B Visa: US court blocks $100,000 H-1B Fee: What it means for Indian travellers, students and professionals - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

H-1B Visa: US court blocks $100,000 H-1B Fee: What it means for Indian travellers, students and professionals - The Times of India

In a major legal update, a US federal court has ruled to block $100,000 H-1B visa fee, calling it an unlawful tax that only Congress can impose. This .

Jun 30, 2026 Read more →
Visa Steps Into Travel — and Into Competition With Its Own Card Issuers skift.com

Visa Steps Into Travel — and Into Competition With Its Own Card Issuers

What's clear from Visa Destinations is it's no longer just OTAs competing against the credit card companies they power. Now, it's the network provider itself.

Jun 29, 2026 Read more →
Bengaluru-born musician visits ‘every country in world’; shows off 16 passports filled with stamps, visas | Trending hindustantimes.com

Bengaluru-born musician visits ‘every country in world’; shows off 16 passports filled with stamps, visas | Trending

A viral video shows Bengaluru-born musician Benny Prasad, who shared that he had visited 245 countries, including Antarctica. | Trending

Jun 25, 2026 Read more →
Japan Visa Fee Increase: Japan to increase foreign entry Visa fees from July 1: What it means for Indian travellers - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Japan Visa Fee Increase: Japan to increase foreign entry Visa fees from July 1: What it means for Indian travellers - The Times of India

In a recent update, the government of Japan has announced plans to increase foreign entry visa fees from July 1, 2026. This means Indian travellers or.

Jun 20, 2026 Read more →
New $750 Fee Lets Travelers Jump the U.S. Visa Line skift.com

New $750 Fee Lets Travelers Jump the U.S. Visa Line

Travelers to the United States will soon be able to skip the visa appointment line — so long as they’re willing to pay $750.

Jun 08, 2026 Read more →
Visa Delays Push UAE Residents to Rethink Europe Trips skift.com

Visa Delays Push UAE Residents to Rethink Europe Trips

People report limited appointment availability as visa applications from the UAE are up nearly 10% year-on-year.

Jun 08, 2026 Read more →
Germany Visa-Free Airport Transit: Germany introduces Visa-Free Airport Transit for Indians: What travellers need to know | - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Germany Visa-Free Airport Transit: Germany introduces Visa-Free Airport Transit for Indians: What travellers need to know | - The Times of India

In a recent update, Germany has officially removed the airport transit visa requirement for Indian passport holders. The new rule came into effect on .

Jun 04, 2026 Read more →
Sri Lanka waives visa fees for tourists from more than 40 countries | Euronews euronews.com

Sri Lanka waives visa fees for tourists from more than 40 countries | Euronews

As of 25 May, you won’t pay a cent to enjoy up to 30 days in the country.

May 26, 2026 Read more →
Thailand ends 60-day visa-free policy: New rules for tourists explained | Hindustan Times hindustantimes.com

Thailand ends 60-day visa-free policy: New rules for tourists explained | Hindustan Times

In a surprise move, Thailand has revamped its visa rules for several nations, including India. Here is a breakdown of what changes

May 22, 2026 Read more →
'Skip the Visa': Indian Companies Respond After Modi's Call to Stay Home skift.com

'Skip the Visa': Indian Companies Respond After Modi's Call to Stay Home

After Prime Minister's Modi appeal to Indians to cut down on foreign travel EaseMyTrip launched a “Skip the Visa, Discover Bharat” campaign.

May 19, 2026 Read more →
Thailand plans to cut visa-free stays for tourists amid crackdown on foreign crime | Euronews euronews.com

Thailand plans to cut visa-free stays for tourists amid crackdown on foreign crime | Euronews

Holidaymakers from more than 90 countries could soon face shorter visa-free stays in Thailand, as officials move to curb crimes involving foreign nationals despite tourism remaining vital to the country’s economy.

May 19, 2026 Read more →
Trump administration drops $15,000 visa bond for some World Cup fans travelling to the US | Euronews euronews.com

Trump administration drops $15,000 visa bond for some World Cup fans travelling to the US | Euronews

The Trump administration is suspending controversial visa bond payments of up to $15,000 (€12,800) for some World Cup supporters travelling to the US after concerns the rules could damage attendance at the 2026 tournament.

May 14, 2026 Read more →
Thailand Visa Policy 2026: Thailand cuts visa-free stay for 93 countries; see if India is on the list and what it means for travellers - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Thailand Visa Policy 2026: Thailand cuts visa-free stay for 93 countries; see if India is on the list and what it means for travellers - The Times of India

In a recent update, the government of Thailand has announced plans to tighten its visa-free entry rules for 93 countries. The Thai government has deci.

May 14, 2026 Read more →
U.S. Waives $15,000 Visa Bond for World Cup Ticket Holders skift.com

U.S. Waives $15,000 Visa Bond for World Cup Ticket Holders

The White House is waiving the requirement that visitors from certain countries for visa bonds — if they have confirmed World Cup tickets.

May 13, 2026 Read more →
10 weakest passports in the world in 2026; what limited visa-free access means for travellers timesofindia.indiatimes.com

10 weakest passports in the world in 2026; what limited visa-free access means for travellers

A passport is one of the most important travel documents which allows people to travel across the globe. However, beyond being a travel document, a passport also reflects how freely citizens of a country can move across the world. Every year, the Henley P

May 08, 2026 Read more →
Visa hacks 2026: What smart Indian travellers are doing differently this year timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Visa hacks 2026: What smart Indian travellers are doing differently this year

India’s passport ranking jumped 10 spots this year, landing at 75th on the 2026 Henley Passport Index. The Ministry of Tourism, Government of India’s Annual Tourism Snapshot Report 2025 highlights that 3.27 crore Indians travelled abroad last year, unders

May 06, 2026 Read more →
France removes Airport Transit Visa (ATV) requirement; what it means for Indian travellers - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

France removes Airport Transit Visa (ATV) requirement; what it means for Indian travellers - The Times of India

In a recent update from the French government, Indian nationals can now transit through France without needing an airport transit visa (ATV). The move.

Apr 24, 2026 Read more →
Govt extends e-visa entry to 14 seaports: Why ports need visa; 5 Indian ports where you can't enter without a visa | - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Govt extends e-visa entry to 14 seaports: Why ports need visa; 5 Indian ports where you can't enter without a visa | - The Times of India

India has designated 14 new seaports as Immigration Check Posts for e-visa holders, expanding its immigration network to 114 total check posts. While e-visas are now available at select Gujarat and Tamil Nadu ports, major hubs like Nhava Sheva, Chennai, a

Apr 23, 2026 Read more →
From visa on arrival to digital nomad passes: These countries are offering perks to win over Gen Z travellers | Travel hindustantimes.com

From visa on arrival to digital nomad passes: These countries are offering perks to win over Gen Z travellers | Travel

Want to travel more? These countries are offering several perks to attract Gen Z travellers to explore and build memories. | Travel

Apr 22, 2026 Read more →
Understanding EB-5 visa: What the May 2026 US Visa Bulletin warning means for Indians | - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Understanding EB-5 visa: What the May 2026 US Visa Bulletin warning means for Indians | - The Times of India

The May 2026 Visa Bulletin signals increasing demand for India's EB-5 Unreserved category, pushing its Final Action Date to May 1, 2022, and warning of potential retrogression or unavailability. However, EB-5 Reserved categories remain current for In

Apr 21, 2026 Read more →
Uk Visa Fees Hike: UK Visa gets costlier from April 2026: What Indian travellers, students and workers must know - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Uk Visa Fees Hike: UK Visa gets costlier from April 2026: What Indian travellers, students and workers must know - The Times of India

For those planning a trip to the United Kingdom, be ready to pay more for the UK visa. Not only travellers but as per recent update from UK government.

Apr 09, 2026 Read more →
Africa Is Making Travel Easier to Attract More Global Visitors skift.com

Africa Is Making Travel Easier to Attract More Global Visitors

Policymakers across Africa are increasingly treating ease of entry as a core growth strategy.

Apr 03, 2026 Read more →
No visa-on-arrival for Pakistanis in Qatar: Pak Embassy in Doha issues new travel advisory | - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

No visa-on-arrival for Pakistanis in Qatar: Pak Embassy in Doha issues new travel advisory | - The Times of India

Qatar has temporarily suspended its visa-on-arrival facility for Pakistani citizens due to prevailing Middle East tensions. The Embassy of Pakistan in Qatar advises all Pakistani travelers to secure appropriate visas in advance to avoid any inconvenience

Apr 02, 2026 Read more →
Missed the H-1B Lottery 2027? What are your next visa options? | - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Missed the H-1B Lottery 2027? What are your next visa options? | - The Times of India

Thousands of international professionals seek U.S. work visas annually through the H-1B lottery, but limited spots mean most are not selected. However, alternatives like cap-exempt H-1B, L-1 intra-company transfers, and O-1 visas for extraordinary ability

Mar 31, 2026 Read more →
H1B Visa: US extends social media screening rules covering H-1B, student, and other nonimmigrant visas - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

H1B Visa: US extends social media screening rules covering H-1B, student, and other nonimmigrant visas - The Times of India

The United States' Department of State has announced that it is expanding the procedures in place for the screening of visas. The expansion includes t.

Mar 30, 2026 Read more →
Saudi Arabia extends visa deadlines, allows exit without fines amid conflict: What stranded travellers need to do before April 18 - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Saudi Arabia extends visa deadlines, allows exit without fines amid conflict: What stranded travellers need to do before April 18 - The Times of India

In a latest development, Saudi Arabia has announced to extend visa deadlines, it’s a news that comes as a relief for stranded travellers. As travel is.

Mar 29, 2026 Read more →
8 countries to visit this summer for a stress-free holiday; visa details inside timesofindia.indiatimes.com

8 countries to visit this summer for a stress-free holiday; visa details inside

Planning an international trip this summer comes with a slightly different checklist this year. While weather and budget are still prime considerations for any international tourist, this year geopolitical stability and flight routes are also high on the

Mar 27, 2026 Read more →
5 easiest countries for Indians to visit 2026 visa rules and costs timesofindia.indiatimes.com

5 easiest countries for Indians to visit 2026 visa rules and costs

For the Indian traveler, the concept of going abroad may carry with it one big problem: the process of obtaining a visa. While this may be a tedious process involving lengthy forms, appointments at the embassy, financial checks, and approvals, some nation

Mar 26, 2026 Read more →
From Hungary to Cyprus: The European countries where you can still get a golden visa  | Euronews euronews.com

From Hungary to Cyprus: The European countries where you can still get a golden visa | Euronews

While some countries like Spain have clamped down on golden visas, others like Hungary and Cyprus still offer them for less than the price of the average UK house.

Mar 25, 2026 Read more →
U.S. Expands Visa Bond Requirement to 50 Nations skift.com

U.S. Expands Visa Bond Requirement to 50 Nations

The White House has expanded its visa bond policy, adding 12 more countries whose citizens may be required to post bonds to enter the U.S.

Mar 19, 2026 Read more →
US Visa rule: Travellers from 50 countries face $15,000 visa bond rule; new rules aim to curb overstays — full list Inside | - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

US Visa rule: Travellers from 50 countries face $15,000 visa bond rule; new rules aim to curb overstays — full list Inside | - The Times of India

In a significant move to tighten immigration compliance, the US Department of State has announced that travellers from 50 countries may soon be requir.

Mar 19, 2026 Read more →
2026 World Cup: Unpaid Bills, Blocked Fans, Cartel Violence Loom skift.com

2026 World Cup: Unpaid Bills, Blocked Fans, Cartel Violence Loom

Here’s where things stand on several issues roughly three months before Mexico and South Africa open the World Cup in Mexico City on June 11.

Mar 16, 2026 Read more →
UAE travel update: Expats with expired residency visas allowed to return until March 31 | - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

UAE travel update: Expats with expired residency visas allowed to return until March 31 | - The Times of India

The United Arab Emirates has introduced a temporary measure allowing expatriate residents currently outside the country to return even if their reside.

Mar 13, 2026 Read more →
H-1B Visa: What is the WISA Act? All about the new US bill that aims to roll back Trump’s H-1B restrictions | - The Times of India timesofindia.indiatimes.com

H-1B Visa: What is the WISA Act? All about the new US bill that aims to roll back Trump’s H-1B restrictions | - The Times of India

A new bill aimed at reversing controversial restrictions on the H-1B visa program has been introduced in the US Congress by Bonnie Watson Coleman. The.

Mar 09, 2026 Read more →

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