Azerbaijan, Maldives Leaders Discuss Streamlining Visas, Boosting Mutual Investment
Effective June 18, 2025, Azerbaijan and the Maldives waive visas for diplomatic, service and official passport holders up…
New Zealand Extends Student Work Hours to 25 per Week from Nov 3, 2025
From 3 November 2025, eligible international students in New Zealand can work up to 25 hours per week…
US Tightens Visa Review as Iran UNGA Delegation Faces Security-Review Suspension
Effective June 9, 2025, the U.S. suspended most visas for Iranian nationals; diplomatic and UN visas are narrowly…
Purdue Expands Support for International Students Amid Ongoing Visa Uncertainties
Purdue expanded outreach and services by August 31, 2025 to help international students navigate visa cancellations, delays, and…
U.S. Revokes Abbas, 80 Palestinian Officials’ Visas Ahead of UNGA 2025
The U.S. revoked visas for Mahmoud Abbas and about 80 Palestinian officials on August 29, 2025, citing national…
US Student Visa Update: Five Must-Know Facts Before Applying for F-1 in 2025
On October 1, 2025, DHS will implement a fixed-period F-1 admission—generally up to four years including OPT—with a…
Where to Report Unfair Visa-Related Employment Practices and Discrimination
Officials urge reporting of discriminatory hiring, visa fraud, trafficking, and labor violations tied to H-1B, H-2A, and H-2B…
Country-Wwise Impacts of U.S. Visa and Tariff Policy on India and Partners
Higher U.S. visa fees, long interview waits and a DHS proposal to cap student stays are squeezing Indian…
Impacts of Trump Policies on Immigration, Visas, Jobs, Tourism, and Tariffs in 2025
Fixed four-year admission periods for student visas, a $250 Visa Integrity Fee from October 1, 2025, and an…
Iran Tightens Entry Rules: New Visa Policies and Mandatory Guided Tours for Travelers
From August 2025, Iran mandates agency-booked tour packages, fixed itineraries, registered hotel bookings and licensed guides for all…
US Visas as Global Political Leverage: 2024–2025 Trends and Impacts
The U.S. has used visas in 2025 to pressure foreign governments: a June proclamation suspended several visa categories…
Despite Visa Uncertainty, International Students Find FSU Education Rewarding
FSU reports about 2,500 international students as of August 29, 2025, amid stricter vetting and travel bans affecting…
Slovakia Resumes Tourist Visa Issuance for Russians Amid EU Policy Shifts
Slovakia resumed tourist Schengen visa processing for Russian citizens on August 28, 2025, via the consulate and BLS.…
Somalia Unveils e-Visa System to Streamline Travel and Strengthen Security
Somalia’s e-Visa and eTAS platform opened for testing on August 24, 2025 and becomes mandatory on September 1,…