VISA RAY BLOG
Immigration news & guidance
Practical explainers and updates on the immigration systems Visa Ray covers.
2026-08-01
The US H-1B $100,000 fee requirement was vacated in court — what it actually means
A federal court vacated the guidance implementing a disputed $100,000 H-1B payment requirement on 8 June 2026. Here's what's confirmed and what to verify before you act.
2026-08-26New Zealand just restructured its Skilled Migrant Category — here's what changed
On 24 August 2026, New Zealand moved its main skilled residence pathway away from a single points system toward pathways built around work experience and trade qualifications.
2026-07-10How to read a Visa Ray assessment (and what 'fit score' actually means)
A short guide to interpreting your pathway matches, fit ratings, gap list, and why a lower score isn't necessarily bad news.