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Chinese Tourism to Europe Soars in 2025, Overcoming Visa and Flight Hurdles

In 2025 Chinese travel to Europe climbs as visa relaxations and January 8 border reopening (negative PCR within 48 hours)…

Australia Denies Visas to African Researchers Attending Bat Conference

Eight invited researchers were denied visas to the August 2025 IBRC in Cairns, affecting panels and workshops. Nearly 150 delegates…

US visa rule change may force students to reapply mid‑program

From September 2, 2025, most F-1, F-2, J-1 and J-2 applicants must attend in-person interviews; DHS’s June 2025 proposal introduces…

2025 Subclass 494 Visa: Five-Year Regional Work Pathway to PR

To qualify for Subclass 494, secure an approved regional employer sponsor, a positive skills assessment, competent English, and three years’…

Malawian and Zambian Visitors Must Post $5K–$15K U.S. Visa Bonds

A 12-month pilot (August 20, 2025–August 5, 2026) requires Malawian and Zambian B-1/B-2 applicants to post $5,000–$15,000 refundable bonds. Consular…

U.S. Consulates in India Cancel August–September Dropbox Visa Appointments

A July 25, 2025 directive ends most Dropbox renewals in India effective September 2, 2025, impacting H, L, F, M,…

Vietnam’s New 2025 Work Permit Rules: Decree 219 Updates and Impact

Effective 8 August 2025, Decree No. 219/2025 replaces Decree No. 70/2023 by requiring a single Form No. 03 dossier filed…

Discover Estonia While Working Remotely: How the Digital Nomad Visa Changes Travel

Estonia’s DNV allows 12-month residence for remote workers earning €4,500 gross monthly for six months, with full health insurance and…