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Australia updates English test rules for visa applicants from Aug 7, 2025
Effective August 7, 2025, Australia accepts CELPIP General, LanguageCert Academic and MET for visas, raised PTE Academic minimums, enforces secure…
F-1 Visa Issuance Plummets; U.S. Faces 30–40% Drop in New Students
Operational pauses and expanded screening in spring 2025 reduced F-1 issuances—May down 22%, India down 34%, China down 43%—shrinking the…
What Is a Visa Bond and Who the State Department Targets
Beginning August 20, 2025, a one-year pilot may require selected Malawi and Zambia B-1/B-2 applicants to post refundable bonds of…
Purdue pharmacy student Yeonsoo Go released after ICE detention
Purdue student Yeonsoo Go, on an R-2 dependent visa valid through December 2025, was detained after a New York immigration…
France Escalates Diplomatic Tensions with Algeria Over Visa Restrictions
In August 2025, France ended visa-free entry for Algerian diplomats, citing security and migration issues. Algerian officials now face stricter…
From $15,000 Bond to Stricter Rules: 5 Key US Visa Changes
U.S. visa policy reforms from 2025 include a visa bond pilot for Malawi and Zambia travelers, a $250 integrity fee…
Returning to the U.S.: What Citizens, Green Card, and H-1B Holders Must Know
U.S. Citizens can re-enter freely, but Green Card Holders risk denial after six months abroad without re-entry permits. H-1B Visa…
Practical Guide to Understanding and Overcoming U.S. Visa Rejections
The U.S. visa process requires selecting the right visa, filling DS-160, paying fees, and attending an interview. To overcome common…