The U.S. Embassy in India has shattered records by granting over 90,000 student visas this summer, solidifying India's status as a key contributor to U.S. international education. This historic milestone comes as India and the U.S. collaborate on a groundbreaking virtual institute for cutting-edge research in academia.
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The employment-based green card backlog has reached a new record high of 1.8 million. This means that there are over 1.8 million immigrants who have been sponsored by U.S. employers but are still waiting for their green cards. The backlog is caused by a variety of factors, including the annual limits on green cards and the country caps.
Explore the recent advancements in visa regulations that cater to international travellers. From extended visit visas in the UAE to streamlined e-visas for Russia and Saudi Arabia, here's a roundup of the latest developments enhancing travel opportunities.
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has successfully completed a second round of the random lottery selection for the sought-after H-1B work visa. The visa allows U.S. companies to employ foreign workers in specialized occupations.
A US lawmaker of Indian descent has introduced the HIRE Act, a legislative proposal to increase the annual intake of high-skilled foreign workers on H1B visas. The bill seeks to double the current quota of 65,000 visas to 130,000. The H1B visa program has been a gateway for skilled individuals, predominantly from India, to work, live, and potentially seek citizenship in the United States.
USCIS launched a user-friendly self-service tool that allows benefit requestors and their representatives to reschedule most biometric services appointments. This initiative reflects USCIS' dedication to improving customer service and complying with the goals set in the Executive Order on Transforming Federal Customer Experience and Service Delivery.
The United States State Department has issued travel advisory updates for 3 separate destinations in Asia: Hong Kong, Macau, and Mainland China. These advisories are due to a number of factors, including the ongoing political demonstrations in Hong Kong, the city's lack of dual citizenship recognition, and the arbitrary enforcement of local laws.
Starting in 2024, Visa-exempt travellers will need to obtain a new travel permit in order to enter countries like France, Spain, Italy, and Portugal. This new permit, called the European Travel Information and Authorisation System (ETIAS), is a short-stay visa that will allow people to travel to any member of the Schengen Area for up to 90 days for tourism or business purposes.
International travellers planning to visit the United States can now rejoice as they gain access to a user-friendly mobile app for applying to the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA). This innovative solution simplifies the process, allowing travelers to complete their ESTA applications with ease and efficiency.
