Oman has launched a new cultural visa to attract talented individuals from around the world working in arts, heritage, literature, and other creative fields. This initiative is designed to simplify the process for international professionals to visit Oman, engage in cultural activities, and contribute to the nation’s growing creative landscape.

Hong Kong has expanded its short-term work visa scheme, introducing more flexibility for international professionals who need to participate in specialized, time-sensitive activities. Under the updated policy, overseas experts can now engage in approved professional tasks for up to two weeks without having to apply for a full employment visa, significantly streamlining the entry process.

Canada is introducing major changes that will benefit international graduate students, especially those pursuing master’s and PhD programs. Beginning in January 2026, federal study permit caps will no longer apply to graduate-level applicants enrolled in public universities. This update, highlighted in the Immigration Levels Plan 2026–2028, is designed to strengthen Canada’s research environment

The Hong Kong SAR government has broadened its Immigration Facilitation Scheme for Visitors Participating in Short-term Activities (STV Scheme), introducing five new sectors and nearly 100 additional authorised organisations to further ease entry for overseas professionals.

For Bangladeshi travelers eager to explore the world, international travel may seem daunting due to visa requirements, paperwork, and expenses. However, many countries offer visa-free access or simplified entry procedures for Bangladeshi passport holders, making global travel more accessible. According to the 2025 Henley Passport Index, citizens of Bangladesh can visit 38 countries without a

Pakistan has implemented a new policy that will change the process for citizens planning to work abroad. Effective from 19 November, all Pakistanis intending to take up employment in other countries must complete a mandatory registration before travelling. The government emphasizes that this step is aimed at protecting workers and maintaining accurate records of those seeking jobs overseas.

A recent update to the United States visa system has raised concerns among individuals planning to study, work, or live in the country. The U.S. government has introduced new guidelines instructing visa officers to scrutinize applicants’ long-term health conditions more closely. This shift in policy may create additional challenges for people with chronic illnesses, affecting a wide range of

The Directorate General of Immigration and Passports has introduced a new digital payment system that allows Pakistani citizens to pay their passport fees online in just one minute, removing the need to stand in long queues at National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) branches.

The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has clarified that no new affidavit or additional conditions have been imposed on Pakistanis traveling abroad on work visas, providing reassurance to overseas job seekers. The announcement came during a high-level meeting chaired by Federal Minister for Overseas Pakistanis, Chaudhry Salik Hussain. The FIA confirmed that recent reports suggesting a new

Banks in Kuwait have started freezing the accounts of individuals whose Kuwaiti nationality was revoked under Article 8 of the Nationality Law and who did not regularize their residency status before the Ministry of Interior’s August 31 deadline. The account freezes impact all banking services, particularly affecting female customers who missed the cutoff to maintain eligibility under the