U.S. Launches 12-Month B-1/B-2 Visa Bond Pilot for Malawi, Zambia
On August 20, 2025, the U.S. began a 12‑month Visa Bond Pilot for certain B‑1/B‑2 applicants from Malawi…
Articles by & updated by Kenji Tanaka
France Halts Work-Visa Renewals for El Al Security Staff in Paris
French authorities reportedly halted renewals of ITAN work visas for El Al’s Paris security staff for roughly six…
REAL ID enforcement active: bring REAL ID or another acceptable ID
Effective May 7, 2025, TSA requires adults to present REAL ID‑compliant licenses or approved alternatives (passport, DHS trusted…
S. Korea Visa Waiver Extension Drives Surge in U.S. Travel Interest
A December 11, 2024 K-ETA exemption lets U.S. citizens visit South Korea visa-free up to 90 days through…
2025 Immigration Guidance for Business Travellers Entering the U.S.
Business travelers in 2025 must prepare for tougher CBP inspections, stricter document scrutiny, and a visa bond pilot…
Etihad Airways marks India Independence Day with up to 30% off to US, Europe
Book by August 15, 2025 to get up to about 30% off select Economy fares from India to…
Vietnam’s New Visa Waiver Initiative: Pathway for Foreign Contributors
Effective August 15, 2025, Vietnam’s Decree No. 221/2025/ND-CP creates digital and physical visa waiver cards granting multi-entry access…
US ambassador defends new three-month single-entry visa policy as FG urges compliance
From July 8, 2025, the US issues mostly single-entry, three-month visas to Nigerian applicants (B1/B2, F, J), replacing…
Long Schengen Visa Delays in UAE Push Residents to Reroute Holidays
During June–August 2025 UAE applicants face long Schengen visa processing—up to 55 days at Denmark and tighter appointments…