Visitor Visas
B-1/B-2 visitor visa and ESTA Visa Waiver Program news. Covers tourist and business visa applications, interview tips, extension requests, and change-of-status procedures for visitors in the United States.
Top questions about Visitor Visas
Answers from VisaVerge guidesWhat are some practical tips for navigating the new B1/B2 visa interview requirements in 2025?
Applicants should ensure they apply from their home country or official place of residence, use ustraveldocs.com for appointment scheduling, and be aware that third-country interviews face tougher reviews.
Read: Navigating B1/B2 Interview Location: Step-by-Step Guide for 2025 ChangesWhat policy changes will affect B1/B2 visa applicants starting September 2, 2025?
Starting September 2, 2025, most B1/B2 travelers must appear in person for their interviews, and a visa integrity fee is anticipated to be implemented.
Read: Indian applicant stunned after B1/B2 denial despite strong travel recordWhat changes were made to U.S. visa policies in 2025?
In 2025, the U.S. tightened visa rules for some countries by suspending visas for nationals of 19 countries due to security concerns, making the process more stringent.
Read: Woman Shares Struggle After B1/B2 and F-1 Visa Denials to USWhat advice do immigration lawyers give for travelers affected by these temporary e-Visa restrictions?
Immigration lawyers advise building flexibility into travel plans, carrying printed or digital copies of documents, and following official sources closely.
Read: Temporary e-Visa Restrictions at Cambodia–Thailand Border for HoldersWhat practical steps should visa applicants take given the current policy landscape?
Visa applicants should start early, ensure all documentation is complete, stay updated on embassy websites, and monitor priority updates from the State Department's Visa Bulletin to navigate the delays effectively.
Read: President Trump's New Orders Bring Delays, Changes to U.S. Visa Process
U.S. Department of State Skips APEC Tourism Ministerial Meeting in Macau Over Visa Dispute
U.S. boycotts high-level APEC tourism talks in Macau due to Chinese visa rules blocking emergency consular access for American tourists in June 2026.
Chinese Tourists Flock to New Zealand Under Visa-Waiver Trial, Boosting Visitor Spending
New Zealand's 2026 visa-waiver trial generates $215M in 6 months, attracting 80k travelers from Australia via streamlined electronic…
Google Wallet TSA Precheck Touchless ID Works for 100+ Airlines at 65 Airports
Google Wallet adds TSA PreCheck Touchless ID, enabling biometric airport security at 65 U.S. airports for 100+ airlines…
Chinese Tourists Face Stiff Japan Visa Fee Hike Starting July 1, 2026
Japan will raise visa fees on July 1, 2026, increasing single-entry costs to 15,000 yen and multiple-entry costs…
Belgium Grants One-Day Visas to Taliban Delegation for EU Migration Talks
Belgium issued 24-hour visas to a Taliban delegation for June 2026 EU technical talks on migration and returns,…
Bulgarian and US Officials Discuss Visa Waiver Program Final Steps
Bulgaria enters the final phase of U.S. Visa Waiver Program talks, aiming to lower visa refusal rates below…
US Warns Nigerians: Honour Visa Terms, Avoid Overstays #visawisetravelsmart
U.S. Mission Nigeria warns travelers to obey visa terms amid high overstay rates, bond requirements of up to…
Japan to Fully Digitalize Airport Customs, Eliminating Paper Declaration Forms by 2030
Japan will end paper customs forms by 2030, moving to digital-only processing via Visit Japan Web to speed…
Frank J. Bisignano Backs One Big Beautiful Bill Act Expanding Federal Scholarship Tax Credit to 27 States
The new Federal Scholarship Tax Credit offers a $1,700 credit for K-12 donations starting in 2027, with 27…
US Tourist Visa Wait Times Exceed One Year at Key Consulates, Fast-Track Program and Expedited Nonimmigrant Visa Sought
The U.S. State Department has launched a $750 expedited visa fee pilot to address backlogs exceeding 14 months…