A new Trump administration immigration policy has expanded the factors U.S. immigration officers can consider when deciding whether certain immigrants are likely to become a public charge, potentially making some green card and visa applications more difficult. The rule took effect on September 18, 2026, and gives Department of Homeland Security (DHS) officers broader discretion…
The H-1B $100000 fee extension has entered a new phase after President Donald Trump issued a proclamation extending the controversial payment requirement for another 12 months, through September 21, 2027. The September 18, 2026 proclamation continues the restriction on certain H-1B workers seeking admission to the United States from outside the country. However, the H-1B…
A US federal appeals court has rejected the Trump administration’s third-country deportation policy, ruling that migrants facing removal to countries other than their own must receive adequate notice and a meaningful opportunity to raise concerns about possible persecution or torture. The September 18, 2026 decision by a three-judge panel of the US Court of Appeals…
Canada has tightened its definition of who actually qualifies as an employer under one of its most popular pathways for hiring international tech and specialized talent. Updated Global Talent Stream employer requirements, published by Employment and Social Development Canada on September 18, 2026, introduce a detailed, multi-factor test for determining employer status and explicitly prohibit…
New Zealand has released the New Zealand Trafficking in Persons National Action Plan 2027-2031, setting out a five-year framework to strengthen prevention, victim identification, protection, enforcement and coordination against trafficking. The plan forms part of New Zealand’s Transnational, Serious and Organised Crime (TSOC) Strategy 2026-2030 and is designed to strengthen the existing system rather than…
Australia has announced major changes to its temporary migration system, introducing tighter conditions for international students, graduate visa holders, visitors and working holiday makers. The Australia student visa family restrictions 2026 reforms are particularly important for Indian students, who represent one of the largest international student groups in the country. Under the announced changes, most…
For years, Canada has remained one of the most popular destinations for Indian students seeking international education, professional opportunities and global exposure. Every year, students prepare for language tests, select courses, arrange finances and apply to Canadian colleges and universities with the expectation of building a better future. However, the Canada study visa competition 2026…
Canada’s immigration enforcement data shows a significant shift in the nationality profile of enforced removals during the first seven months of 2026. According to the latest figures published by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA), 3,717 Indian nationals were removed from Canada between January 1 and July 31, 2026. The latest Canada deportations of Indian…
A proposed could make it significantly more expensive for international students to work in the United States after completing their studies. The US $100000 OPT fee proposal has cleared review by the White House’s Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA), moving the measure closer to possible publication. However, the proposal has not yet become…
Canada has issued another round of invitations to apply for permanent residence through the Express Entry system, targeting candidates eligible under the Canadian Experience Class. The Canada Express Entry draw September 15 2026 issued 2,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to candidates with a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 519. The latest round follows…
