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Japan to raise visa renewal and residency fees for foreigners starting next update

Japan to raise visa renewal and residency fees for foreigners starting next update

Japan is set to increase visa renewal and permanent residency fees through proposed amendments to the Immigration Control Act. A five-year visa renewal is expected to cost around 70,000 yen, while permanent residency permits could climb to 200,000 yen. The government says the changes reflect shifting administrative needs, with higher ceilings for fees.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
OCI fees jump from April 1 2026 check new reissue and duplicate card charges

OCI fees jump from April 1 2026 check new reissue and duplicate card charges

OCI service fees change from April 1, 2026, with fresh applications now costing USD 275 for those applying abroad and Rs 15,000 for applications within India. Re-issuance and duplicate OCI cards also see revised charges, and payment options depend on where you apply. If you get a new passport, you must update OCI within three months or face a $25 penalty.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026

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UP RERA caps transfer fees for flat buyers limiting builders to set amounts

UP RERA caps transfer fees for flat buyers limiting builders to set amounts

Uttar Pradesh RERA has capped processing fees builders can charge for flat transfers, aiming to shield homebuyers from hefty costs. Transfers to family members—including inheritance cases—now have a maximum fee of ₹1,000. For transfers to non-family parties, the cap is ₹25,000, bringing tighter limits to charges during property ownership changes.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Canada Alberta to charge 135 dollars for foreign worker profiles from April 2026

Canada Alberta to charge 135 dollars for foreign worker profiles from April 2026

Alberta will start charging a $135 fee for foreign worker profile submissions under its Alberta Advantage Immigration Program from April 7, 2026. The Worker Expression of Interest profiles, previously free, will now cost money to file. If candidates are selected, they must still pay a separate $1,500 fee for the full application.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
US faces backlash over 1 billion immigration fees with stalled applications and unanswered cases

US faces backlash over 1 billion immigration fees with stalled applications and unanswered cases

The US is facing criticism after reports that applicants have paid immigration fees while many cases remain unprocessed. With up to $1 billion potentially collected for unresolved applications affecting citizens from 92 countries, concerns are mounting over fairness and transparency. The situation comes amid expanded visa restrictions and paused benefits for many applicants, raising questions about accountability in the system.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Thailand to revise visa and consular fees for Indians starting April 27 2026

Thailand to revise visa and consular fees for Indians starting April 27 2026

Thailand’s Royal Thai Embassy in New Delhi has announced revised visa, legalisation, and consular service fees for Indian applicants effective April 27, 2026. The changes apply to tourist, non-immigrant, SMART, and long-term visas, plus passport and document services, with fees rising across categories from ₹2,500 for transit visas to up to ₹1,40,000 for long-term residency permits.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026

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