U.S. Embassy Warns Americans in Trinidad as Venezuela Tensions Rise
On October 18, 2025, the U.S. Embassy in Port of Spain warned Americans to avoid U.S. government facilities…
Articles by & updated by Kenji Tanaka
Panama President Alleges U.S. Embassy Threatened Visas Over China Ties
Panama’s president accused the U.S. Embassy of threatening visa cancellations for officials who back Chinese companies. The U.S.…
Greece Approves 13-Hour Workdays in Private Sector Amid Protests
Greece approved on October 16, 2025 a law letting private employers request 13-hour workdays up to 37 days…
PPP Leaders Call End to Visa-Free Entry for Chinese Tourists
The PPP on Oct 17 urged halting a temporary visa-free program for Chinese tour groups after early security…
Portugal’s 2026 Minimum Wage Rise and Its Visa Implications
Portugal’s minimum wage rises to €920/month in 2026, raising D8 to €3,680/month and D7 single savings to €11,040.…
US Falls Off World’s Top 10 Most Powerful Passports for First Time
The Henley Passport Index ranks the U.S. 12th in October 2025 with visa-free access to 180 destinations. Brazil…
US Chamber Sues Trump Administration Over $100,000 H-1B Fee
The Chamber sued on October 16, 2025 to block a $100,000 H-1B fee, arguing it violates federal law…
Finland Tightens Citizenship Rules: Residence, Finances, and Identity
Finland’s 2025 reforms tighten citizenship rules: residence increased to eight years, a three-month welfare cutoff disqualifies applicants, and…
India Requires Mandatory E-Arrival Card for Air and Sea Arrivals
India mandates e-Arrival Cards for all foreign travelers and OCI holders as of April 2026, replacing paper forms…