Senior Visa Consultant
Priya Sharma is a Senior Visa Consultant at SaathiVisa with over 12 years of experience specializing in US, UK, and Schengen visa applications. A former employee at the US Embassy in New Delhi, Priya brings insider knowledge of what consular officers look for during visa interviews and documentation review.
US Consulate Kolkata has launched priority B1/B2 visa slots for parents aged 50+ visiting children in America, cutting wait times significantly in 2026.
Thailand officially moves toward mandatory travel insurance for all international visitors starting mid-2026, ending decades of entry without coverage
Indian B1/B2 visa applicants report new subcategories appearing in DS-160 forms since late April 2026, splitting traditional combined category into specific options
US visa fees for Indians jumped to ₹40,000 in 2026 with the new Visa Integrity Fee. Here's how to pay through UPI, NEFT, or cash at designated banks across India.
Afghanistan launched its e-visa system in March 2026 to simplify tourist entry, but Indian passport holders residing in India remain excluded from the digital platform
Indians need a visa for Taiwan in 2026. Get TAC (free, 14 days) if you have US/UK/Schengen visa, or regular visa (₹4,200+) processed in 2-9 days at TECC offices in Delhi/Mumbai/Chennai.
US F-1 visa approvals for Indian students have plummeted 25% following new regulations requiring higher financial proof and stricter academic documentation.
EU's new Entry/Exit System launches April 10, requiring biometric data from all Indian travelers entering Schengen countries. Here's what changes.
UK announces major visa fee hikes effective April 2026, with tourist visas jumping to ₹12,500 and skilled worker visas reaching ₹85,000 for Indian applicants.
US immigration officials issue new guidance making O-1 visa applications easier for Indian tech entrepreneurs with funding, media coverage, or patents.
Indian passport holders get 30-day visa-free entry to Malaysia. Valid passport, return ticket, and ₹1,000 daily proof of funds required.
Indian passport holders can now visit Vietnam's Phu Quoc island visa-free for up to 30 days, but cannot travel to mainland Vietnam without proper visa.
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