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Romanian Citizens Removed from U.S. Visa Waiver Program as of June 2025
Romania was removed from the U.S. Visa Waiver Program on June 1, 2025, because it requires visas for U.S. citizens.…
US Visa Waiver Program 2025: Updated List of Eligible Countries
With 43 member countries, the U.S. Visa Waiver Program enables 90-day visa-free visits using ESTA and biometric passports. Recent additions…
ESTA Fee Set to Nearly Double as Federal Funding for Brand USA Cuts Deep
The ESTA fee will nearly double to $40 in July 2025, and Brand USA’s funding will drop significantly. These developments…
National Assembly Approves Limited Visa Waiver for Special Category Foreigners
In June 2025, a limited visa waiver was approved for special foreign categories, allowing 90-day visits with electronic authorization. Targeting…
Bulgaria Nears U.S. Visa Waiver Program Entry by 2026
Bulgaria is close to joining the U.S. Visa Waiver Program by lowering visa refusals and signing security agreements. Achieving a…
U.S. Suspends Romania’s Visa Waiver Bid Citing Crime and Visa Refusals
Romania’s removal from the Visa Waiver Program on June 1, 2025, requires Romanian citizens to obtain B-1/B-2 visas for U.S.…
U.S. Proposes Raising ESTA Fee to $40 for Visa Waiver Travelers
Congress reviews a proposal to raise the ESTA fee from $21 to $40 to support border security. This change affects…
Donegal man in Boston faces deportation after visa waiver violation
Since January 2025, the U.S. enforces stricter immigration laws, detaining over 1,800 noncitizens daily. Irish nationals, including visa waiver overstays…