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China Extends Visa-Free Access to Saudi Arabia, Oman, Bahrain, Kuwait

Starting June 2025, China offers visa-free entry for 30 days to Saudi Arabia, Oman, Kuwait, and Bahrain citizens. This expands…

U.S. Announces Visa Restrictions on Foreigners Censoring Americans

Marco Rubio’s May 28, 2025 policy restricts U.S. visas for foreign officials censoring Americans online. It targets threats against speech…

Cuba Faces Visa Denials Jeopardizing Olympic Participation

In 2025, U.S. visa denials prevent Cuban Olympic officials and athletes from attending major events, including FIBA qualifiers and athletics…

Trump Administration Halts New Student Visa Interviews Amid Expanded Vetting

The U.S. halted new student and exchange visa interviews globally to expand social media checks, citing security. Harvard lost international…

STEM OPT Holders Face Heightened Job Market Challenges Amid New ICE Enforcement

STEM OPT students must navigate a strict 150-day unemployment limit and recent ICE scrutiny, risking visa loss if rules aren’t…

Report on Rural and High Unemployment Visa Issuance Progress Since 2022

EB-5 Rural and HUA Reserved visa issuance started late, showing growth but low usage in early 2025. Rural visas outpaced…

Republican Leader Warns H-1B Visa Dispute Could Devastate India’s Economy

On May 27, 2025, Republican Virgil Bierschwale warned that H-1B visa changes could devastate India’s economy. The US introduced new…

US Halts New Student-Visa Interviews Pending Expanded Vetting

The U.S. halted scheduling new F, M, and J student visa interviews on May 27, 2025, to expand social media…