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.
Indian Consulates Run Dry as B1/b2 Visa Interview Slots Vanish
US B1/B2 visa slots for 2026 are nearly exhausted in major Indian cities, with wait times exceeding nine months in Mumbai and zero availability in New Delhi.
U.S. Embassy Confirms France Keeps Visa Waiver Program ESTA Rules
The U.S. Embassy confirms no immediate changes to ESTA for French citizens; the 90-day Visa Waiver Program remains…
China Expands Visa Waiver for 30-Day Visa-Free Entry Starting February 17 2026
China adds Canada and the UK to its 30-day visa-free travel list starting Feb 17, 2026, allowing easier…
BNP-Led Government Faces Security Protests as Bangladesh Resumes Tourist Visa Services
Bangladesh resumes tourist visas for Indians after a 2-month freeze, restoring travel for medical patients and tourists following…
U.S. Visitor Visa Waits in India Push Travelers to Choose Chennai Over Mumbai
Mumbai's 9.5-month US visa wait contrasts with Chennai's 1.5-month timeline, prompting Indian applicants to switch consulates for faster…
China Expands Visa Waiver Program for 30-Day Visa-Free Entry
China adds Canada and the UK to its 30-day visa-free entry program, allowing 50 countries to visit without…
Indian Chartered Accountant Faces US Tourist Visa Denial After Visa Interview
A successful Indian accountant's U.S. visa denial highlights how Section 214(b) prioritizes 'intent to return' over wealth and…
Brazil and India Extend Visitor Visas to 10 Years in New Deal
Beginning February 5, 2026, India and Brazil will offer 10-year reciprocal visitor visas for business and tourism. The…
US Senators Push Back on Social Media Handles for Visa Waiver Program ESTA
U.S. Senators are urging the CBP to scrap a draft rule requiring Visa Waiver Program travelers to submit…
Ghana and Zambia Agree Mutual Visa Waiver to Boost Regional Travel and Trade
Ghana and Zambia have eliminated entry visa requirements for each other's citizens to promote regional trade and integration.…