State Dept Tightens Third-Country National Visa Appointments, Policy Changes
The State Department’s September 6, 2025 guidance restricts Third Country National nonimmigrant visa appointments, urging applicants to apply…
Articles by & updated by Kenji Tanaka
US Revokes Minister’s Daughter’s Visa, Diplomatic Abuse Sparks Rift
In 2025 the U.S. revoked visas for Brazilians linked to Mais Médicos, including a minister’s child, added sanctions…
EU Visa Debates Do Not Make Turkey a Key Destination for Russians
By mid‑September 2025, the EU had not implemented a union‑wide ban on Russian travel; Turkey still offers visa‑free…
Namibia Expands Visa on Arrival for Tourism Under New Policy
As of September 16, 2025, nationals of 33 countries must secure a Namibia visa via e-visa or visa…
China Expands Unilateral Visa-Free Policy to 30-Day Stays
China raised its visa-free transit limit to 240 hours on December 17, 2024, available to eligible nationals at…
Spain Removes 53,000 Illegal Tourist Flats to Strengthen Rentals
Spain ordered 53,876 short-term rentals removed for lacking registry numbers under the national system introduced in 2025. Platforms…
Tanzania Immigration Status Checks for Foreign Nationals and PRs
From September 11 to October 8, 2025, Tanzania requires all non-citizens and permanent residents to undergo in-person immigration…
Americans Targeted by Russia’s Anti-Woke SVV Visa Scheme
Launched August 2024, Russia’s Shared Values Visa attracted 1,156 applicants by May 2025 and issued roughly 700 visas…
Europe Moves to Tighten Visas for Russian Citizens Amid Sanctions
The EU is moving toward tougher Schengen visa rules for Russians in a proposed 19th sanctions package, targeting…