Affluent foreigners can apply for Trump’s $5 million ‘gold card’ visa in just a week, according to Lutnick.
New Visa Program To Allow Wealthy Foreigners Permanent Residency Foreign nationals with $5 million can soon apply for a new “Gold Card” visa, which grants them the right to live and work indefinitely in the United States, according to Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick. During an event in Washington, DC, Lutnick mentioned, “I think we’ll launch […]
US State Secretary Marco Rubio Promises to Address Visa Delays Before the World Cup
On Wednesday, Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that efforts to expedite visa issuance ahead of the World Cup would be intensified, cautioning that Colombians might need to apply sooner rather than later due to existing backlogs. Under President Donald Trump’s administration, visa scrutiny has increased as the focus has shifted toward strict immigration policies […]
Indian National Admits Guilt in US Visa Fraud Scheme
Houston Several Indian nationals residing in the U.S. have admitted to orchestrating armed robberies at various retail locations across multiple states to aid individuals in fraudulently securing U.S. immigration benefits. Lamby Patel, 37, from New York, entered a guilty plea on Tuesday before a district judge in Boston for conspiring to commit visa fraud. Sentencing […]
Visa Limits Imposed on Indian Travel Agents Accused of Supporting Illegal Migration
On Monday, the State Department announced it would impose visa restrictions on “owners, executives, and senior officials” of Indian travel agencies accused of actively promoting illegal immigration to the United States. “Our immigration policy is designed to inform foreigners about the risks of illegal immigration to the United States and hold accountable those who violate […]
Rubio responds to Sen. Van Hollen about visa cancellations in intense debate
Marco Rubio Fired by Sen. Chris Van Hollen in Heated Senate Hearing Senator Chris Van Hollen, a Democrat from Maryland, took a strong stance against Secretary of State Marco Rubio during a Senate hearing, expressing regret over his vote for Rubio as President Donald Trump’s top foreign advisor. This moment led to a tense exchange […]
Man of Indian Descent Faces Criticism for Suggesting Elimination of H-1B Visa Program
Controversial Call for H-1B Visa Changes In the U.S., an Indian man is making headlines with his demand for all H-1B visas to be canceled, suggesting that visa holders should return to their home countries. He stated that the program should be terminated, arguing it has no relation to enhancing America’s competitiveness. He claims that […]
Indian Migrant Taken into Custody for Marriage Scam and Visa Violation
A man from India residing in the United States has been implicated in a marriage fraud scheme, allegedly marrying a U.S. citizen illegally once his J-1 service visa expired, according to federal authorities. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of West Virginia announced that Akash Prakash Makwana, 29, pleaded guilty to identity theft […]
European Retailers Aim to Pursue Antitrust Action Against Mastercard and Visa
A coalition of trade associations representing European retailers has approached the European Commission regarding concerns about Mastercard and Visa. They allege that these companies impose high fees and lack transparency in their pricing, which is against EU antitrust rules. In a letter sent to the Commission’s antitrust chief on May 13, the associations requested stronger […]
U.S. State Department Cancels Visa of Mexican Governor and Her Husband
The governor of Baja California and her husband have revealed on social media that their tourist visas have been revoked by U.S. authorities. They attempted to downplay the situation, suggesting it’s a routine matter. However, it has sparked considerable controversy in Mexico, particularly among political opponents accusing them of links to organized crime. Over the […]
Unions and care leaders warn that ending the care worker visa will jeopardize services.
Unions and caregivers have expressed concerns about the government’s decision to close visa routes for overseas care workers, arguing that it jeopardizes vital services. The recently released immigration whitepaper outlines a ban on new international recruitment for caregiving roles, aiming to cut legal migration and prioritize local workers. This decision has drawn significant criticism from […]