Capac Chair Meng Urges Reversal of Visa Suspensions for 75 Countries
Dozens of members of Congress, led by Representative Grace Meng, have demanded that the administration reverse its suspension…
China Extends Visa-Free Travel for Most of Europe Through End of 2026
China's extended visa-free policy allows 30-day stays for many European and global citizens through December 2026. While beneficial…
European Commission Adopts EU Visa Strategy to Modernize Schengen Visa System
The EU's new Visa Strategy, adopted in early 2026, seeks to digitize the Schengen process and tighten security.…
Russian Embassy in Tehran Denies Blocking Visas for Wrestlers January 28 2026
The Russian Embassy attributed the Iranian wrestling team's missed travel to technical internet outages rather than a policy-driven…
U.S. Grants Five-Day Visa to Gustavo Petro for White House Meeting
President Gustavo Petro has received a special five-day U.S. visa for a February 2026 meeting with President Trump.…
UK Begins Returning 281 Migrants Under Bilateral Agreement with France Asylum Plan
The UK has started returning asylum seekers to France under a new 'one-in, one-out' agreement designed to curb…
H-1B Holder Turned Back at Abu Dhabi Preclearance Despite Visa
A traveler with a valid H-1B visa was turned back at Abu Dhabi preclearance after CBP officers questioned…
UK Expands Temporary Work Visa Rules for Skilled Short Term Talent
The United Kingdom’s Temporary Work Visa system allows foreign nationals to work in the UK for limited periods…
Texas Freezes New H-1B Visa Petitions at State Agencies and Universities
Texas has frozen new H-1B visa sponsorships for public-sector employers until mid-2027. The order, signed by Governor Abbott,…
Texas Governor Greg Abbott Freezes New H-1B Visas at Public Agencies
Governor Greg Abbott has halted new H-1B visa petitions for Texas public institutions until 2027. The order requires…
U.S. Imposes Visa Restrictions on Haiti Transitional Presidential Council
U.S. authorities have introduced three major immigration measures regarding Haiti: targeted visa revocations for council members with alleged…
DHS Proposes Fixed Admission Period Affecting Right to Study Full-Time and Right to Work (within Rules)
F-1 students possess rights to education and limited employment but must maintain strict compliance with federal regulations to…
US Guidance Revises Change of Status (cos) and H-1B 60-Day Grace Period
The FY 2027 H-1B cap season introduces wage-weighted selection rules effective February 27, 2026. This update covers essential…
Rochester Regional Health Says $100,000 Fee Hinders H-1B Visa Nursing Recruitment
A new $100,000 federal H-1B fee is stalling nurse recruitment at Rochester Regional Health. The system, which previously…