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The Embassy Consular Conference and Awards 2026 will bring together consular professionals, government representatives, legal experts and specialist service providers in London to discuss the challenges involved in helping citizens overseas. Organised for professionals working in consular and related services, the event will focus on key issues including borders and […]

Embassy Consular Conference and Awards 2026: Date, Venue, Agenda and ...

August 14, 2026 in News by Kohila

Oman Customs Duty Exemption 2026: What Travellers Can Bring Duty-Free? Travelers visiting Oman are eligible for customs duty exemptions for certain personal items and other gifts however only if they satisfy certain requirements. The Directorate General of Customs at the Royal Oman Police (ROP) has outlined the conditions under the […]

Oman Customs Duty Exemption 2026: RO300 Limit & Rules

August 13, 2026 in News by Kohila

India PCC Attestation for UAE Visa 2026: New Mandatory Rule Every Applicant Must Know The UAE has introduced stricter background verification measures for certain visa categories, making the Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) an increasingly important document for many applicants. For Indian nationals planning to work, live, or apply for long-term […]

Important Alert for all Indian Nationals travelling to UAE

June 25, 2026 in News / UAE Visa by Kohila

Kuwait Launches New Anti-Corruption E-Services on Sahel App: Easier Reporting, Faster Tracking for Citizens Kuwait’s digital transformation continues to accelerate as the Kuwait Anti-Corruption Authority (Nazaha) has launched the pilot phase of three new electronic services through the Sahel application. The initiative aims to make corruption reporting more accessible, secure, […]

Nazaha: New Sahel E-Services for Corruption Reporting and Case Tracking ...

June 24, 2026 in News by Kohila

H-1B Visa Fee Cancelled? Federal Judge Strikes Down $100,000 Fee in Major Win for Employers and Skilled Workers In a significant development for U.S. immigration and employment-based visa programs, a federal judge has invalidated the controversial $100,000 H-1B visa fee that was introduced in 2025. The ruling expected to provide […]

H-1B Applicants Rejoice! Federal Judge Strikes Down $100,000 Visa Fee

June 9, 2026 in News by Kohila

Germany Launches Visa-Free Airport Transit for Indian Nationals: Major Travel Relief for 2026 In a major boost for international travel, Germany has officially abolished the airport transit visa requirement for Indian passport holders traveling through German airports to a third country. The new policy came into effect on June 3, […]

No Transit visa for Indians to Travel Germany: Know more

June 6, 2026 in News by Kohila

New Zealand Cuts Visitor Visa Fees for Pacific Nationals: Applications Become Cheaper from June 1, 2026 In a move aimed at strengthening regional ties and making travel more affordable, Immigration New Zealand has temporarily reduced visitor visa fees for eligible Pacific nationals. The fee reduction took effect on June 1, […]

New Zealand Cuts Visitor Visa Fees for Pacific Nationals: Save ...

June 5, 2026 in News by Kohila

In a major shift in global communication strategy, the United States has directed its embassies worldwide to actively counter foreign propaganda through coordinated campaigns. The initiative, led by Marco Rubio, emphasizes digital outreach and the use of X, owned by Elon Musk. This move signals a more aggressive and transparent […]

US Embassies Launch Global Campaign Using Elon Musk’s X to ...

April 9, 2026 in News by Kohila

The Embassy of India in Kuwait, in coordination with Kuwait Airways, has initiated measures to enhance air connectivity between Kuwait and India in response to a significant rise in travel demand from the Indian diaspora. As part of its long-term vision, the airline plans to expand its network by up […]

Indian Embassy in Kuwait Partners with Kuwait Airways to Boost ...

April 9, 2026 in News by Kohila

In April 2026, Dubai Customs introduced a major update under Customs Notice No. 06/2026, allowing cargo to be rerouted through Oman via a land corridor. This move comes amid ongoing disruptions affecting sea and air logistics across the Gulf region. What are the New Dubai Customs Rules 2026? The new […]

Dubai Customs Rules 2026: Embassy, Visa & Documentation Impact of ...

April 8, 2026 in News by Kohila