North America articles
Visa Ray guides and updates tagged North America.
H-1B in October 2026: the PERM suspension, the $100,000 fee fight and what workers can do
What the US suspended in October 2026, what it means for H-1B workers and applicants, the court rulings that matter and lawful alternatives.
2026-10-19 · 8 min read
Top universities in Canada for international students: rankings, courses, fees and how to apply (2026)
McGill leads Canada in QS 2027, with Toronto and UBC close behind in reputation. See courses, typical international fees, the study permit funds rule and the admission steps.
2026-10-14 · 3 min read
Top universities in the USA for international students: rankings, courses, fees and how to apply (2026)
Compare the top US universities in the QS 2027 rankings, what they teach, what they cost, and the step-by-step admission and F-1 visa process for international students.
2026-10-12 · 4 min read
Canada permanent residence fees in 2026: what you actually pay
Canada raised permanent residence fees on 30 April 2026. A plain breakdown of the processing fee, right of permanent residence fee, family members and other costs.
2026-09-03 · 2 min read
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.
2026-08-01 · 1 min read