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U.S. Restores 12-Month Interview Waiver for Most B1/B2 Renewals Sept 2025
From September 2025, only B1/B2 visa renewals within 12 months expire qualify for interview waivers. H1B and F1 visa holders…
Explained: What Is the J-1 Visa and Harvard’s Federal Scrutiny?
Harvard’s 2025 suspension from sponsoring J-1 visas follows federal allegations about security, foreign ties, and reporting failures. With 7,000 affected…
Little League: US Visa Denial Blocks Venezuelan Team from Tournament
Venezuela’s Cacique Mara Little League team was barred from the 2025 Senior League Baseball World Series after U.S. visa denial…
Retailleau Initiates Visa Review and Asset Freeze for Algerians in France
In July 2025, France froze assets and tightened visa rules for Algerian citizens, responding to Algeria’s refusal to accept deportees.…
US Suspends Visa Processing at Embassy in Niger Amid Diplomatic Concerns
Visa processing at the U.S. Embassy in Niger is paused from July 26, 2025, due to security and diplomatic issues.…
Major Countries and Their Student Visa Types and Codes Explained
Student visas require acceptance by recognized schools, proof of funds, and meeting health and language criteria. Common disqualifications include insufficient…
India-UK Free Trade Deal Secures Visa Access for Indian Professionals
The India–UK Free Trade Agreement, effective July 2025, secures visa access and minimum durations for Indian professionals. It expands sector…
Advantages of the Wage-Based H-1B System for Economic Value
The H-1B visa program will switch from a lottery to a wage-based selection system in July 2025, prioritizing higher salaries.…