Visitor Visas
Information and updates on short-term U.S. visitor visas including B-1/B-2 business and tourist visas, ESTA visa waiver program, and Schengen travel visas.
Woman Shares Struggle After B1/B2 and F-1 Visa Denials to US
U.S. visa applicants face tough 2025 rules requiring proof they will return home. Unemployment and U.S. family ties often cause B1/B2 and F-1 visa denials under Section 214(b). Preparing strong…
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.…
Transitioning from H1B to B1/B2 Terminates Status and Requires New Petition
Switching from H1B to B1/B2 terminates work status and requires a new H1B petition. Without a prior H1B…
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…
Typical US Tourist Visa Interview Questions 2025 on Planned Itinerary
The U.S. tourist visa interview tests if your travel purpose and itinerary are genuine. Applicants must prepare detailed…
UAE, Saudi Arabia, and GCC States Approve Unified Tourist Visa
The GCC approved a unified tourist visa for six Gulf countries, enabling easier, affordable travel for 30–90 days.…
GCC Tourist Visa Officially Approved, Launch Expected Soon
Approved in June 2025, the GCC Tourist Visa allows entry to six Gulf countries with one visa, easing…
Shopping at U.S. Outlets Could Jeopardize Your Tourist Visa
Effective June 9, 2025, the U.S. blocks nationals from 12 countries entirely and restricts visas for 7 others,…
Indian Tax Tribunal Rules Tourist Visas Invalidate NRI Status for Business Travel
ITAT’s 2025 ruling penalizes misuse of tourist visas for business travel, emphasizing travel purpose and visa type in…
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.…