May 1, 2026
Sweden Announces New Residence Rules for Researchers, Doctoral Candidates and Students (June 11, 2026)
The Swedish parliament (Riksdag) has approved the government’s proposed new residence rules for researchers, doctoral candidates and students. The Riksdag also approved
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Malaysia Cuts Online Appeal Deadline to 14 Days for EP and PVP Rejections
On April 30, 2026, the Expatriate Services Division (ESD) of the Malaysian Immigration Department announced a significant reduction in the deadline for submitting online
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India Updates Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) Rules and Fees (April 2026)
In April 2026, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) made several updates to the rules for obtaining an Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) card. This follows the passing of the
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State Department Instructs Consular Officials to Deny Visas to Those Who Express Fear
On April 28, 2026, the Secretary of State sent a departmental cable to consulates instructing officers to ask nonimmigrant visa applicants whether they fear harm or
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