Japan to Triple Departure Tax to Curb Overtourism and Congestion
Japan may raise its departure tax to ¥3,000+ by fiscal 2026 to fund crowd control and site improvements…
Articles by & updated by Jim Grey
How the Government Shutdown Affects International Flights and Customs
International routes are operating, but U.S. domestic air-traffic limits and unpaid screening staff are causing cancellations, slower security,…
Will Flight Prices Rise After the Shutdown Amid Capacity Cuts?
FAA capacity cuts at 40 major airports—up to 10% now, possibly 20%—could ground thousands of daily flights and…
Flights Canceled in the 43-Day Shutdown: When Will Backlog Clear?
FAA-imposed flight cuts during a 43-day shutdown led to over 9,000 canceled flights and major delays across hubs.…
Delays in Green Card Interviews and Naturalization After Shutdown
USCIS remains operational after the October 1, 2025 shutdown, but Green Card interviews are delayed and naturalization ceremonies…
Expected H-1B Stamping Delays at U.S. Consulates After 2025 Shutdown
Shutdown-related DOL delays and consular staffing constraints slowed H-1B stamping despite open posts. Expect reduced appointment availability, longer…
Key E-Verify Flexibilities After the Oct–Nov 2025 Shutdown
After the October 1–8, 2025 outage, USCIS suspended the Three-Day Rule for that period and set October 14…
Should You Still Book a Thanksgiving Flight After the Shutdown?
The shutdown ended November 13, 2025, and FAA restrictions lifted. Airlines remain behind schedule; waivers extend to at…
Will H-1B Change of Status Backlog Hit After November 2025 Shutdown?
The DOL pause on LCAs during the November 2025 shutdown created a stacked queue when processing resumed, feeding…