There is a possibility of a huge increase in the number of illegal immigrants in Canada, about half of whom will be Indians. Millions of work permits are expiring in Canada. According to data received from the Ministry of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship (IRCC), immigration consultant Kanwar Serah said that about 1,053,000 work permits are set to expire by the end of 2025, while another 9,27,000 work permits are set to expire in 2026.

HT quoted Kanwar Serah as saying that when a work permit expires, holders automatically lose their legal status unless they obtain another visa or become permanent residents. These options have become even more limited as the Canadian government continues to tighten its immigration rules for temporary workers and international students.

For the first time in Canada, a large number of people are in danger of losing their legal status.
Kanwar Serah said that for the first time in Canada such a large number of people are in danger of losing their legal status. In the first quarter of 2026 alone, the legal status of about 3,15,000 people is expected to end, which could create bottlenecks in the immigration system. More than 2,91,000 people lost their legal status in the last quarter of 2025.

According to Kanwar Serah, by mid-2026 there will be at least 2 million people living in Canada without legal status, of which almost half will be Indians. Sarah said that thousands of study permits will also expire and many other applications may also be rejected.

Illegal immigrants living in tents in the forests
The increasing population of illegal immigrants in some parts of the Toronto area (Brampton and Caledon) has already created social problems. Tent camps have started appearing in forested areas, in which illegal immigrants are living. Brampton-based journalist Nitin Chopra documented one such tent city. He said that information has been received that illegal immigrants from India are working for cash payment and some brokers are brokering temporary marriages.

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The Foreign Ministry of Bangladesh has summoned Indian High Commissioner Prannoy Verma today (23 December 2025) and expressed Dhaka’s serious concern over the demonstrations outside diplomatic missions in India. The Daily Star quoted ministry sources as saying that Foreign Secretary Asad Alam Siam met the ambassador at around 9:30 am.

According to the Foreign Ministry of Bangladesh, objection has been raised to the incidents of vandalism at the Bangladesh Visa Center in Siliguri, apart from the incidents that took place outside the premises of the Bangladesh High Commission and official residence in New Delhi on Saturday. Bangladesh also expressed deep concern over the demonstrations outside several of its diplomatic missions in India.

Appeal to ensure security of diplomatic missions
Referring to violence and threats against diplomatic establishments, Dhaka said such actions jeopardize the security of diplomatic personnel and undermine mutual respect. Bangladesh has appealed to India to thoroughly investigate these incidents and ensure the security of Bangladesh’s diplomatic missions and related facilities.

Visa services suspended in embassies located in Delhi-Agartala
Bangladesh said it expects India to take immediate and appropriate steps to protect the dignity and safety of diplomatic personnel in accordance with international and diplomatic obligations. In view of security concerns, the embassies in New Delhi and Agartala have suspended all consular and visa services. A visa application center operated by a third party appointed by the Bangladesh Deputy High Commission in Kolkata has been closed following the protests. A notice put up on Monday at the Bangladesh High Commission premises in New Delhi said that due to the current circumstances, all consular and visa services have been temporarily suspended until further notice.

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The US Embassy in India said on Monday that from December 15, America has made the visa verification process more stringent for H1B and H4 visa applicants. Under this, the online presence of all the applicants of these two visa categories is now being reviewed. This process will be applicable not only to India, but to applicants from all countries and nationalities around the world.

Thousands of interviews suddenly postponed
This statement of the Embassy has come at a time when the previously scheduled interviews of thousands of H1B visa applicants in India, to be held at the end of this month, have suddenly been postponed for several months. This has affected the plans of a large number of Indian professionals.

Embassy official information on social media
The US Embassy posted on the social media platform ‘X’, saying, ‘Global alert for H1B and H4 visa applicants: Starting December 15, the State Department has expanded online appearance review for all H1B and H4 applicants as part of standard visa screening.’

Rules applicable to all countries and nationalities
The Embassy clarified that this investigation is not limited to any one country, but is being implemented equally on H1B and H4 applicants of all nationalities globally.

It will have a big impact on Indian professionals
H1B visa is used by American tech companies to recruit large numbers of foreign professionals. Indian professionals – especially those from the IT sector, engineering and medical fields – are the largest group of H1B visa holders. In such a situation, this new verification process is likely to have a widespread impact on Indian applicants as well.

Trying to stop H1B abuse
The embassy said in its statement that this step has been taken with the aim of preventing misuse of the H1B visa program. It is also being ensured that American companies can hire the best temporary foreign workers.

Policy to curb illegal immigration
This strictness has come at a time when America is taking comprehensive action against illegal immigration and misuse of visa programs. The H1B visa system is also under this monitoring.

Visa application process continues
The US Embassy has clarified that US Embassies and Consulates across the world, including India, continue to accept and process H1B and H4 non-immigrant visa applications.

The Embassy has advised applicants to apply for these visa categories as soon as possible, as the visa process may take longer than usual due to the new vetting process.

There was massive violence in Chittagong after the death of student leader Sharif Usman Hadi in Bangladesh. Many media institutions, cultural centers and political offices were attacked vigorously. In view of this, Indian visa operations have been suspended till further orders.

As violence spread in Bangladesh, protesters attacked the Indian Assistant High Commission in Chittagong late on Thursday night. Diplomatic tensions have increased further since former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina was ousted from power in last year’s rebellion. The security forces dispersed the huge crowd that was trying to storm the High Commission building.

Indian visa services suspended

According to the information given by the Central Government, due to a recent security incident at the Indian Visa Application Center (AHCI) located in Chittagong, Indian visa related operations at the Indian Visa Application Center (IVAC) Chittagong will remain suspended from 21/12/2025 till further orders. An announcement on reopening of the Visa Center will be made after reviewing the situation.

Uproar after the death of Osman Hadi

In recent days, protests have erupted near the Indian High Commission in Dhaka as well as subsidiary high commissions in Chittagong, Khulna and Rajshahi in Bangladesh, with demonstrators taking to the streets following the deadly attack on Usman Hadi last week. On Thursday, the India Visa Application Center (IVAC) in Dhaka, which was temporarily closed due to security concerns due to anti-India protests, resumed operations.

Anti-India protests continue

Located in Dhaka’s Jamuna Future Park (JFP), IVAC serves as the major integrated hub for all Indian visa services in the capital. Dozens of protesters attempted to march towards the office of the Assistant Indian High Commissioner in Rajshahi and demanded the deportation of all the killers, including Sheikh Hasina. Similar anti-India protests have been taking place in Dhaka and other places for some time.

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The US State Department has made it mandatory to check social media profiles for H-1B and H-4 visa applicants. This new rule has come into effect from today i.e. 15 December 2025. Earlier this scrutiny was done only for F, M and J visas of students and exchange visitors, now it has been extended to H-1B i.e. skilled workers and H-4 visas of their family members also.

Social media account will have to be made public

According to the State Department, the purpose of this investigation is to strengthen national security. Every visa application will now be viewed from the perspective of national security. Applicants have been asked to make ‘public’ the privacy settings of all their social media accounts (like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn etc.) so that the officials can easily check. If the profile remains private or any online activity appears suspicious, the visa may be delayed or even denied.

Appointments of visa applicants in India canceled

Due to this new rule, many H-1B and H-4 visa interview dates have been canceled in India. Many December appointments have now been shifted to March 2026. This effect is being seen especially in American embassies like Hyderabad and Chennai. This is affecting thousands of Indian tech professionals and their families, as most of the H-1B visa applications come from India.

Visa of Indians in America canceled

Some H-1B and H-4 visa holders living in the US have received emails that their visas have been ‘prudential revocation’. This usually happens when old legal cases (even if there was no conviction) are re-examined. According to immigration experts, this cancellation does not affect the legal stay in the US, but there will be re-checking the next time at the time of visa stamping.

Visa processing time will increase

The State Department has clearly said that visa is not a right but a privilege. He will use all available information to ensure that applicants do not pose a threat to America’s security or interests. This change may increase visa processing time and impact travel plans.

Applicants are advised to pre-check their social media posts and ensure that there is no information that is inconsistent with the visa rules.

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The concern of Indians going to America for work or study has increased further. The American Donald Trump administration has changed the visa rules, under which H-1B and H-4 visa applicants will now have to make their social media accounts public. After the implementation of this rule, the job, education, personal travel and family plans of many Indians are in danger. The new rule will come into effect from December 15, 2025 and this has created an atmosphere of insecurity among Indians. Let us know what is the difference between them…

H-1B visa is for those Indians who go to America for jobs. Whereas H-4 visa is for those family members who live in America with the H-1B visa holder. Under the new rule, now applicants for both these visas will have to make their social media accounts like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and LinkedIn public for US visa officers to see. This rule will be applicable to both new appointments and visa renewals.

What do the figures say?

The number of H-1B visa holders going to America from India is the highest. According to statistics, Indians get about 70 percent of the H-1B visas issued in America. At the same time, about 90 percent of those working on H-4 visa are Indians. These people work in America, buy houses there and arrange for the education of their children. In such a situation, the fear that their job and legal status will be affected by this new rule has increased.

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Very important for Indians

The importance of H-1B and H-4 visas is very high for high-skilled visa holders in India. With H-1B visa, youth can start their career in America and get opportunities in tech companies, engineering and IT sectors. H-4 visa holders are family members, whose employment and education status is also linked to this visa. Due to this new rule, it has become a little difficult for those people to continue working or studying in America.

What did the experts say?

Experts are of the opinion that applicants will now have to be more cautious. Photos, posts or likes shared on social media can also come into the notice of the officer. Therefore, it has become necessary for every person to keep his digital profile clean and share only professional information.

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The administration of US President Donald Trump has made major changes in the visa rules. Under the new order, people doing work like fact-checking, content moderation, online safety, trust and safety or compliance will not be allowed to enter America. This instruction has been issued through a memo of the State Department, information about which has been given by Reuters. It is believed that this decision will impact the tech sector employees the most and especially those applying from countries like India.

Digital profile will now be checked in visa process
The new rules state that visa officers will now have to check the professional background, job responsibilities, LinkedIn profile and social media activities of the applicants. If a person’s work is found to be related to any area that the administration considers to be a restriction on freedom of expression or censorship, his visa will be rejected.

Most severe impact on H-1B applicants
Although this rule will apply to all visa categories, including journalists, tourists and job seekers, the biggest impact will be on H-1B visas. This visa is usually given to engineers, analysts and those working in digital roles working in tech companies, and a large number of them are Indians.

These people will also be affected
Experts say that due to this policy, those people who work in important and sensitive areas like protecting children online, stopping cyber bullying, monitoring hate speech or preventing sexual crimes on the internet will also be affected. Governments in many countries are implementing online security laws, and the job of such professionals is to protect people, not censorship, but now they may face difficulties in traveling to America.

Trump administration called this decision a protection of expression
The Trump administration has described this step as protecting the freedom of expression of American citizens. A State Department spokesperson said that the government will not welcome such foreign employees to America who come there and work to suppress the voices of American citizens on social media and online platforms. He said that doing so would be harmful for American society.

Experts said- it is wrong to consider censorship and security the same
Experts working with trust and safety teams in tech companies have expressed concern over this decision. Expert Alice Gogan Hunsberger said that the job of Trust and Safety is to protect people and it is very wrong to call it censorship. He said that this work plays a very important role in protecting children from online sexual exploitation, preventing fraud, scams and online blackmailing.

There have been restrictions on press and visas before too.
The Trump administration has already banned the visas of many journalists this year. Apart from this, information related to climate change was removed from government websites, entry of journalists was banned during press briefings and legal action was also taken against media institutions.

Visa rules in America have now become more stringent. The Trump administration has issued a new guideline, according to which if a foreign citizen has diabetes, obesity, heart disease or other serious health problems, then he can be refused a visa. According to this instruction issued by the US State Department, such people can become a ‘public charge’ for America in the future, that is, they can put a burden on government resources.

Many serious diseases were included in the new guidelines
It has been said in the guideline that now in the visa process, not only infectious diseases or vaccination will be examined, but many non-infectious diseases will also be looked at seriously. This includes heart diseases, respiratory diseases, cancer, diabetes, metabolic and neurological diseases and mental health conditions. It is written in the guidelines that the treatment of these diseases can be very expensive, which can make the applicant a ‘public charge’.

Visa officer will ask these questions
The instructions said that the visa officers will also check whether the applicants are capable of getting their illness treated without government assistance or not. They will also be asked whether they will be able to bear the expenses of treatment for their entire life or will be dependent on government institutions. The same questions will apply to the health of family members such as children or elderly parents.

Experts expressed concern
Many immigration experts have expressed concern that it is not appropriate to have medical competency assessments conducted by visa officers, who do not have medical training. Experts say that officials may take wrong decisions due to personal beliefs or prejudices.

Green card applicants will be more affected
Although the guideline is applicable to all types of visas, legal experts believe that it will have the biggest impact on green card or permanent residence applicants, because they have to stay in the US for a longer period and the medical evaluation is done more strictly.

Canada is going to make the biggest change in its immigration policy in decades. The government is preparing to drastically reduce the admissions of foreign students by 25 to 32 percent from next year. The number of Indian students is also very high among them. Along with this, Canada is planning to start a new special entry route for thousands of international researchers and US H-1B visa holders.

Big budget to attract global talent
Prime Minister Mark Carney’s government has placed special emphasis on bringing international talent to Canada in its first budget. The government has earmarked an amount of 1.2 billion dollars i.e. more than Rs 106 crore for this. The aim is to recruit more than 1,000 highly skilled professionals with this investment. The budget document also says that the selected researchers will play an important role in strengthening Canada’s global competitiveness and future economy.

Expedited entry route for H-1B visa holders
Canada is soon going to start a faster entry process for H-1B visa holders. The plan comes at a time when US President Donald Trump has increased the H-1B visa fee to $100,000, raising uncertainty and anxiety among many high-skilled immigrants in the US. Due to Canada’s new policy, the possibility of many top professionals from America and other countries moving to Canada has increased.

Strict control on total immigration numbers
The Canadian government is maintaining control over the number of immigrants in view of the rapid population growth in recent years. According to the new policy, the government will accept about 3.8 lakh permanent residents every year from 2026 to 2028. On the contrary, there will be a major reduction in the number of temporary residents. The target is to keep their number at 3.85 lakh in 2026 and 3.70 lakh in 2027 and 2028. This number is more than 40 percent less than this year.

Big decline in study permits for foreign students
The government is also drastically reducing the number of study permits for students. The number of study permits is targeted to be 1,55,000 in 2026 and this number will be reduced to 1,50,000 in 2027 and 2028. This target is about half of former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s plan, as the Trudeau government was estimating to issue 305,900 permits each year.

What was the reaction of the universities?
Universities Canada said in its statement that they respect the government’s efforts to create a permanent and balanced immigration system, but believe the new plan should also be consistent with the country’s talent-based economic policy.

Expectation of increase in wages and relief in rent due to fewer immigrants
Canadian financial institution Desjardins has said in its report that the arrival of fewer immigrants will reduce the number of available workers in the country, due to which companies will have to pay higher wages to attract less available workers. The organization also said that slowing population growth could lead to a decline in rental rates, as international students and temporary workers mostly live in rented accommodation. The report also suggests that lower population growth could improve Canada’s declining per capita GDP.

Target to reduce the percentage of non-permanent residents by 2027
The Government of Canada is now aiming to reduce the share of non-permanent residents in the country to less than 5 percent of the total population by the end of 2027. This figure is currently 7.3 percent, which was recorded on July 1.