Passport
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Answers from VisaVerge guidesWhat are some of the new visa requirements implemented in 2025?
Starting June 23, 2025, applicants must provide a list of social media usernames used in the past five years; a Visa Integrity Fee of $250 will be effective October 1, 2025.
Read: US Colleges See Decline in Indian Enrollment Amid Visa DelaysWhat changes are happening to visa-free entry rules in 2026?
Starting in 2026, Mongolia’s visa-free entry rules will vary by nationality, with some countries requiring e-visas.
Read: Mongolia Extends Visa Exemption for 34 Countries Through 2026How can travelers ensure their digital status is up-to-date during the transition period?
Travelers should use the same passport linked to their UKVI account and update document details if they renew or replace their passport.
Read: UKVI Replaces Visa Vignette Stickers with Digital Evisas by 2026What action is required for visa applications starting January 1, 2026?
Beneficiaries must use updated fee amounts for all applications postmarked on or after January 1, 2026, as any request not including these updated fees will be rejected.
Read: US Visa Rules Jan 2026: 39-Country Ban and Fee HikesWhat new rules did the U.S. introduce in March 2025 regarding travel authorizations?
Non-U.S. citizens must register their local address while in the United States and carry proof of registration at all times; visa waiver program travelers face separate requirements, potentially including fingerprinting.
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JFK International Airport sees major passport check delays at Terminal 1
JFK International Airport faces significant passport check delays in 2025, with some waits surpassing three hours. High international travel and limited CBP officers cause bottlenecks. Technology aids partially, but travelers…
Indian passport holders with Japan visa gain access to seven countries
Since May 2025, seven countries allow visa-free entry for Indian passport holders with a valid Japan visa. The…
Japan and South Korea to launch passport fast-track lanes in 2025
Japan and South Korea will launch mutual passport fast-track lanes at key airports in May 2025. These exclusive…
Edan Alexander’s release by Hamas spotlights dual citizenship challenges
The case of Edan Alexander, a dual U.S.-Israeli hostage freed by Hamas, reveals how dual citizenship can determine…
US Visa Waiver Program still excludes Indian passport holders
Indian passport holders are excluded from the US Visa Waiver Program due to high overstay rates and reciprocity…
Malta work permit scam: Man charged for using fake passport
Malta enforces tough penalties on fake passport and work permit fraud, prosecuting both locals and foreigners. Victims risk…
European Court of Justice rules Malta golden passport program illegal
On April 29, 2025, the European Court of Justice declared Malta’s golden passport program illegal. This landmark decision…
EU Court of Justice declares Malta golden passport program illegal
The EU Court of Justice has ruled Malta’s golden passport scheme illegal, requiring its immediate closure. The decision…
REAL ID deadline nears, but a U.S. passport works at TSA checkpoints
Starting May 7, 2025, U.S. travelers must show a REAL ID or U.S. passport for domestic flights. You…
Service passport rules explained by U.S. Department of State
U.S. service passports, managed by the Special Issuance Agency, are for government employees or contractors on approved foreign…