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Source: Live Mint Indian tourists are the largest group visiting Sri Lanka, thanks to the country’s proximity—a quick 2.5-hour flight from Mumbai—and its affordability. Following the Sri Lankan rupee’s collapse in 2022, the country became one of the most budget-friendly luxury destinations. Even 4- and 5-star hotels can be booked in the ₹5,000-10,000 range, particularly…
Source: Live Mint A more economical option is a prepaid forex card, which allows you to carry foreign currency in the form of plastic in place of cash. A forex card is cheaper because the markup charged on currency conversion is lower compared to what banks apply to debit cards when they are swiped outside…
Source: Live Mint “After the visa rejection, I wanted to make sure I didn’t face any more visa issues. Both Laos and Vietnam offered e-visas, and Thailand offered visa-on-arrival. Also, these countries are well connected with each other and considered safe for backpackers who are just starting out,” says Daga. So that’s where they went—a…
Source: Business Standard 5 min read Last Updated : Oct 09 2024 | 10:10 AM IST As Indian students transition from F-1 student visas to H-1B work visas in the United States, many are encountering unexpected complications related to US tax residency rules. This situation arises primarily after the five-year exemption period granted to F-1…
Source: Live Mint Yet, even with e-visas and Electronic Travel Authorizations (ETAs) simplifying the process, travellers often face unexpected hurdles. From rejected applications to documentation pitfalls, understanding the fine print of these digital processes can be the difference between a smooth trip and a travel nightmare. Read this | How you can retire in Europe…
Source: Business Standard 2 min read Last Updated : Oct 04 2024 | 1:39 PM IST Visa Inc. has launched a new platform to help banks issue stablecoins and other fiat-backed tokens internationally. The Visa Tokenized Asset Platform (VTAP) will go live next year. Click here to connect with us on WhatsApp…
Source: Live Mint Many countries “piggyback” onto the visa approval systems of large developed nations, allowing visa-free entry or visas on arrival for Indian travellers holding valid US, UK, Canada, or Schengen visas. If you already possess a residence or even tourist visa issued by the US, UK or Schengen-area country, many third country doors…
Source: Live Mint The visa allows individuals to avail of local services like banking facilities, communication services, rental housing, etc. to help with their work life. Eligibility You need to submit proof of your current employment. For starters, you are required to submit proof that you are employed by a non-UAE company with a contract…
Source: Live Mint Some countries offer a pathway to permanent residency following such post-study jobs, but the requirements vary significantly for each. Some countries even offer post-study work options for students not pursuing a degree course, but these often don’t have the best terms and carry a risk of fraud. Also, the immigration policies of…
Source: Business Standard 3 min read Last Updated : Sep 13 2024 | 2:10 PM IST BLS International share price today: BLS International Services share price declined 8 per cent from its record high level hit earlier today. The stock hit an intraday low of Rs 436.3 per share, falling sharply from the record…
