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What impact would H-1B visa reform have on a company's ability to create jobs and innovate?

03/02/2025 11:38 AM

H-1B Visa Reform Impact on Jobs and Innovation

H-1B visa reform could significantly impact a company's ability to create jobs and innovate in several ways:

1. Talent P...

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Which countries have a visa lottery equivalent to the USA green card lottery?

03/02/2025 11:36 AM

Countries with Visa Lotteries Like the USA Green Card

The U.S. Green Card Lottery, officially known as the Diversity Visa (DV) Program, is a unique immigration program that allows people fr...

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Is visa on arrival available for Indians in Malaysia?

03/02/2025 11:35 AM

Visa on Arrival for Indians in Malaysia: Details

No, India is not eligible for Visa on Arrival (VoA) in Malaysia. Indian citizens must obtain a visa before traveling to Malaysia, either thr...

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What is it like to be a visa officer at a US consulate? How many people do you interview a day? Is it boring, exasperating, or interesting, and do you hear crazy stories? Do you catch flak from applicants who feel they've been unfairly rejected?

03/02/2025 11:33 AM

Life as a US Visa Officer: Interviews & Challenges

Being a visa officer at a U.S. consulate can be a unique and often challenging role, with a combination of routine tasks, high pressure, a...

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How can one permanently live and move to the United Arab Emirates? Does the UAE provide permanent residence visas for those who retire if they purchase a house in cash? Can the visa be renewed every 6 months for the rest of your life?

03/02/2025 11:31 AM

How to Live Permanently in the UAE: Retirement Visa Guide

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) does not currently offer a traditional permanent residence visa or citizenship in the same way that ...

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Why are Canadians allowed to enter the USA visa-free but not Mexicans?

03/02/2025 11:28 AM

US Entry: Why Canadians Visa-Free, Not Mexicans?

The fact that Canadians are allowed to enter the USA visa-free, while Mexicans generally require a visa, is largely based on historical, dip...

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Does a travel agency help you get a tourist visa for a certain country?

03/02/2025 11:13 AM

Tourist Visa: Can the Travel Agencies Help?

Yes, a travel agency can certainly help you obtain a tourist visa for a specific country, but their role and the extent of their assistance may v...

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Why don’t some visa officers even take a look at the applicant’s paperwork, but just deny him the visa after just 2 questions?

03/02/2025 11:11 AM

Visa Officers: Why Deny Without Checking Docs?

Visa officers are trained to assess applications quickly and efficiently, and sometimes the decision to deny a visa can happen in just a few m...

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Is it compulsory to write an SOP for a Canadian student visa?

03/02/2025 11:09 AM

Canada Student Visa: Is the SOP Mandatory?

No, it's not compulsory to write a Statement of Purpose (SOP) for a Canadian student visa, but it is strongly recommended in many cases. While the...

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Do US Citizens need a visa to visit New Zealand?

01/02/2025 11:30 AM

US Citizens Visiting NZ: Is a Visa Required?

No, US citizens do not need a visa to visit New Zealand for tourism or business purposes for stays up to 90 days. However, they must apply for a...

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