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Founder of The Visa Code

With over 17 years of experience in assisting the U.S. visa applicants and handling complicated cases, I continue my journey to provide the best legal options to the U.S. visa applicants.
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Gnanamookan - U.S.Immigration @gnanamookan.bsky.social · Jul 28
Attention visa applicants! 🚨 The U.S. Department of State has announced that effective September 2, 2025, the Dropbox renewal option for H, L, F, M, and J visas will be eliminated.

This supersedes the Interview Waiver Update of February 18, 2025.
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Indian Women Lift 2025 ODI World Cup for the first time!

A historic day for Indian cricket!

India’s women’s team has lifted the 2025 ODI World Cup for the first time, creating a golden chapter in the nation’s sporting history.
November 2, 2025 at 6:49 PM
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🚨 Breaking: The U.S. has paused H-2B visas for commercial truck drivers, citing safety and job protection concerns.

How Indians Are Affected?

👉 Read more:
www.thevisacode.com/post/u-s-pau...

#USImmigration #Immigration #TruckDrivers
U.S. Pauses H-2B (Temporary Non-Agricultural Worker Visa) for Foreign Truck Drivers: Why Indians Are Affected
The U.S. Department of State Secretary Mark Rubio on Aug 22, 2025, announced that it is pausing all issuance of worker visas for commercial truck drivers, effective immediately. This announcement be s...
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August 22, 2025 at 1:07 AM
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U.S. Visa Dropbox / Interview Waiver Alert – August & September 2025 (India)

Consular posts are cancelling appointments booked under the previous eligibility rules for visa renewal. Most affected dates: Aug–Sep 2025.

Detailed update can be found www.thevisacode.com/post/update-...
U.S. Visa Dropbox / Interview Waiver Alert – August & September 2025 (India)
U.S. consular posts have started sending emails cancelling visa appointments booked under the previous eligibility criteria. Most affected appointments are scheduled for August and September 2025.Reas...
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August 8, 2025 at 1:29 AM
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U.S. Students Visa Applicants awaiting interview dates after securing admissions from top colleges in the U.S.

This encapsulates the students mood!

#Lords #IndvsEng #TestCricket #USvisas #Immigration #USImmigration
August 6, 2025 at 10:54 AM
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Attention visa applicants! 🚨 The U.S. Department of State has announced that effective September 2, 2025, the Dropbox renewal option for H, L, F, M, and J visas will be eliminated.

This supersedes the Interview Waiver Update of February 18, 2025.
July 28, 2025 at 1:53 AM
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🚨 Breaking: H-1B Lottery FY 2026 – Visa Cap Reached! 🚨

USCIS has officially announced that it has received enough petitions to meet the H-1B cap for Fiscal Year 2026.
July 19, 2025 at 3:34 AM
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🚨 Reddit Accounts Are Not Safe from 221(g) – U.S. Consulate Requests Public Access

Despite Reddit being an anonymous platform with usernames that don’t usually reveal real identity, a recent U.S. visa case in India was issued a 221(g) asking the applicant to set their Reddit account to "public".
July 14, 2025 at 3:43 PM
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Can you expedite an immigrant visa during a medical emergency? This question could change lives. Check out our latest insights: www.thevisacode.com/post/can-you...

#immigration #visaexpedite #uscis #TheVisaCode #USImmigration #Greencard #ImmigrantVisa #ExpediteVisaInterview
June 30, 2025 at 6:13 PM
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"Unscheduled Closure of U.S. Embassy in New Delhi on June 30, 2025".
Read more at: www.thevisacode.com/post/unsched....

#USimmigration #Immigration #TheVisaCode #USVisaNews #India #USVisaInterviews
Unscheduled Closure of U.S. Embassy in New Delhi on June 30, 2025
In an unexpected development, the U.S. Embassy in New Delhi cancelled all visa interviews scheduled for Monday, June 30, 2025, without disclosing the reason in the notifications sent to applicants.Man...
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June 26, 2025 at 6:18 PM
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Important Note for U.S. Visa Applicants - DO NOT lie or carry fake documents for your visa interview even if your agent or friends or family insists.

You may end up with a lifetime ban and never be able to step into the U.S. even if you are eligible for a different visa category.

#USImmigration
June 23, 2025 at 1:26 AM
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🚨 Important Update: The U.S. Department of State confirms that student visa interviews (F-1, M-1, J-1) will resume on June 18, 2025. Read more at: www.thevisacode.com/post/u-s-stu...

#usstudentvisa #f1visa #j1visa #m1visa #studentvisa2025 #immigration #USImmigration #InternationalStudents
June 19, 2025 at 5:50 AM
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🚨 Important Update! New Apostille requirements for OCI applicants are now in place for U.S. birth certificates. Ensure you're prepared!

More info here: www.thevisacode.com/post/new-apo...

#immigration #oci #apostille #IndianImmigration #OverseasCitizenofIndia #Thevisacode
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June 17, 2025 at 2:48 PM
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Social Media Disclosure Now a Key Factor in U.S. Visa Applicants

Our blog on our recent success story is available at: www.thevisacode.com/post/success...

#Immigration #USVisas #DropboxInterview #221g #TheVisaCode #USimmigration
June 11, 2025 at 11:03 AM
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🚨 New travel restrictions are in effect! The U.S. has issued a travel ban for certain foreign nationals as a measure to protect national security. Details here: thevisacode.com/post/u-s-iss... #TravelAlert #USTravelBan #USImmigration #Immigration #TheVisaCode
U.S. Issues Fresh Travel Ban for Nationals for Certain Countries, June 4, 2025
Restricting The Entry of Foreign Nationals to Protect the United States from Foreign Terrorists and Other National Security and Public Safety Threats, Presidential Proclamation dated June 4, 2025 issu...
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June 5, 2025 at 9:59 AM
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🚨 Important update for U.S. visa applicants in India! The eligibility for the Interview Waiver (Dropbox) has changed. Stay updated on these crucial changes! Read more here: www.thevisacode.com/post/importa... | #thevisacode #usvisa #dropboxvisa #interviewwaiver #usimmigration #Immigration
June 4, 2025 at 6:55 PM
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Warning from the U.S. Consular Mission to visa applicants

Every U.S. visa applicant undergoes thorough security screening, which includes checks against law enforcement and counterterrorism databases.
June 1, 2025 at 6:23 PM
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IMPORTANT US VISA ALERT - CHINESE STUDENTS WILL BE AFFECTED

New Visa Policies Put America First, Not China
📅 Effective May 28, 2025

The U.S. State Department, in coordination with the DHS, announced strict new visa measures targeting applicants from the People’s Republic of China and Hong Kong.
May 30, 2025 at 7:11 AM
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Effective immediately May 27, 2025, Trump administration halts new U.S. student visa interviews worldwide

Detailed news available at: www.thevisacode.com/post/effecti...

#USImmigration #Immigration #USVisaNews #TheVisaCode #DOS #Students #StudentVisas #InternationalStudents #India #China
May 27, 2025 at 6:48 PM
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US District Judge Allison Burroughs issued a temporary restraining order in a short ruling issued on Friday.

#Immigration #USimmigration #DonaldTrump #Harvard #Students #InternationalNationals
May 24, 2025 at 3:34 AM
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🚨 EMERGENCY ALERT: DHS terminates Harvard Student Exchange and Exchange Program (SEVP) Certification on May 22, 2025 - International Students on F1 status again in limbo 🚨
May 23, 2025 at 2:50 PM
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U.S. Imposes Visa Restrictions on Indian Travel Agencies Facilitating Illegal Immigration, May 19, 2025

Detailed news available at www.thevisacode.com/post/u-s-imp...
May 20, 2025 at 11:45 AM
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Excited to share that I was quoted in today’s Economic Times. I provided legal insight on Prickly US softens H-1B visa demand: Trump stand, more fee and scrutiny lead to 25% drop in FY26 applications, something I’ve spent two decades working on as an immigration attorney.
US H-1B visa registrations hit lowest level since FY22 amid Trump policies, fee hike
H-1B visa applications for FY26 witnessed a significant 25% drop to 358,737, with selections declining 27% to 120,141. Experts attribute this downturn to increased visa fees, economic uncertainties le...
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May 20, 2025 at 7:08 AM
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Thinking about studying in the U.S.?

🎯 The timing of your visa application matters more than you think. We break down 'the how early is early enough' in our latest blog.

📖 Curious? You should be. 👉 Read now www.thevisacode.com/post/early-b...
#StudentVisa #F1Visa #USStudyAbroad #Immigration
Early Bird Wins the Visa: How Soon Should You Apply for a U.S. Student Visa?
Once your I-20 form lands in your hands, that’s your green light to begin the U.S. student visa process - and you shouldn’t wait.A student visa (F-1 or M-1) can be issued up to 365 days before your pr...
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May 20, 2025 at 2:50 AM
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OPT Students: Immediate Action May Be Required

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has issued a clear warning to F-1 visa holders on Optional Practical Training (OPT) if you have not reported your employment status within 90 days of starting OPT, you must do so within 15 days.
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May 18, 2025 at 7:09 PM
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Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) recently assisted in a federal investigation that led to the conviction of an Indian national for immigration fraud.

Read more at: www.thevisacode.com/post/immigra...
May 12, 2025 at 3:30 PM