US visitor visa wait times have improved in India, bringing relief to travelers. Learn which cities offer quicker appointments, and where you can apply abroad for even faster visa processing.
The South African Department of Home Affairs has extended its visa concession for pending applications until 30 September 2025. This decision helps visa holders awaiting waivers, appeals, or long-term visa approvals remain legally in the country without penalties.
IRCC has made significant progress in reducing Canada’s immigration backlog, with pending applications falling below one million for the third consecutive month. Discover how automation and policy changes are improving processing times.
France is set to expand its visa services in Bangalore by 2026, joining Mumbai, Kolkata, Pondicherry, and New Delhi as a key processing center. This move aims to streamline Schengen visa applications for Indian travellers.
The Australian Government has revamped its student visa processing with a new prioritization system. Under the new rules, visa applications from institutions that have not yet reached 80% of their student commencement allocation will receive priority processing.
Czechia is witnessing a surge in Indian tourist interest in 2024, with a significant increase in Schengen visa applications. While this influx is a welcome boost to the country's tourism sector, it's also creating a bottleneck in the visa processing system. The high volume of applications, coupled with incomplete submissions, is leading to lengthy processing times.
New Zealand’s immigration authorities have streamlined the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) process, reducing wait times for foreign workers and prioritizing applications with complete documentation. This initiative is expected to benefit applicants aiming for faster employment approvals in New Zealand.
VFS Global has been appointed to provide biometric collection services for Australian visa applicants in Europe and Sub-Saharan Africa. The company will establish 23 Australian Biometric Collection Centers in 13 countries by February 2025. This expansion makes VFS Global the exclusive biometric collection service provider for Australian visa applicants worldwide.
VFS Global has reported a surge in visa applications from India, exceeding pre-pandemic levels for the first time. With ongoing processing delays, the company urges travelers to submit applications as early as possible.
India-US travel is facing hurdles due to prolonged visa wait times and limited direct flights. Despite recent improvements, the industry is pushing for further reductions to boost tourism between the two nations.
