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H-2A and H-2B Visa Workers Address North Dakota Labor Shortages
North Dakota relies heavily on H-2A agricultural and H-2B non-agricultural visa workers. FY 2024 saw 315,000 and 140,000 visas issued…
Visa Denials Remain Top Challenge for U.S. ELT Sector
In 2023, U.S. consular officers denied 36% of F-1 visas, impacting ELT students worldwide. Main denial reasons are doubts about…
Australia Revokes Ye’s Visa Over Controversial ‘Heil Hitler’ Song
On July 2, 2025, Australia cancelled Ye’s visa due to his ‘Heil Hitler’ song promoting Nazism. Using Section 501, authorities…
Saudi Visa Update Sparks Panic Among Nationals from Algeria, Bangladesh, India
As of July 2025, Saudi Arabia limits visit visas for nationals of 14 countries to single-entry only, suspending multiple entries.…
Foreign Students and DHS Reach Settlement Over Revoked Visa Records
Since early 2025, over 1,600 student visas were revoked and 4,700 SEVIS records terminated. Temporary DOJ relief restored many on…
5 Short-Term Global Study Abroad Programs Without Visa Hassles
For 2025, short-term global programmes reduce visa complications and costs with tourist or short-stay visas. Key options include Waseda Summer…
DHS Proposal to Limit US Student Visas to Fixed Stay Periods Under Review
Starting July 2025, the DHS will replace the student visa flexible D/S system with fixed stay periods capped at four…
Cuban Women’s Volleyball Team Denied US Visa for Puerto Rico Tournament
In June 2025, the Cuban women’s volleyball team was denied US visas, preventing participation in a crucial regional tournament. The…