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.
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. Achieving a sub-3% refusal rate in 2025 is crucial, with membership expected…
Vietnam Tourist Visa vs E-Visa in 2025: Which to Choose?
In 2025, Vietnam expanded its e-visa program for all nationalities with up to 90-day stays. Visa exemptions were…
Trump Administration Weighs $1,000 Fee for Faster B1/B2 Visa Interviews
The Trump administration plans a $1,000 fee to expedite B1/B2 visa interviews, supplementing the $185 application charge. Intended…
U.S. Suspends Romania’s Visa Waiver Bid Citing Crime and Visa Refusals
Romania’s removal from the Visa Waiver Program on June 1, 2025, requires Romanian citizens to obtain B-1/B-2 visas…
Reports Reveal Over 500-Day Waits for Canadian Visitor Visas
Processing delays for Canadian visitor visas remain high in 2025, with some applicants waiting over 500 days. Improvements…
U.S. Proposes Raising ESTA Fee to $40 for Visa Waiver Travelers
Congress reviews a proposal to raise the ESTA fee from $21 to $40 to support border security. This…
Donegal man in Boston faces deportation after visa waiver violation
Since January 2025, the U.S. enforces stricter immigration laws, detaining over 1,800 noncitizens daily. Irish nationals, including visa…
Canada changes visitor visa rules for applicants from Punjab
Canada ended automatic 10-year visitor visas in 2025 for Indian tourists from Punjab. Increased border discretion and stricter…
US Travel Authorization rules to tighten for visa and ESTA in 2025
In 2025, US travel authorization updates impose stricter digital checks and require e-passports for ESTA applications costing $21.…
US tourist visa rejections often tied to weak home country links
US tourist visa approval depends on showing strong home country ties, financial capability, and consistent applications. Denials often…