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.
US Senators Push Back on Social Media Handles for Visa Waiver Program ESTA
U.S. Senators are urging the CBP to scrap a draft rule requiring Visa Waiver Program travelers to submit five years of social media history and ten years of email addresses.…
Ghana and Zambia Agree Mutual Visa Waiver to Boost Regional Travel and Trade
Ghana and Zambia have eliminated entry visa requirements for each other's citizens to promote regional trade and integration.…
British and French Travellers to the US Will Need to Provide More Personal Details to Enter Visa Waiver Program
New U.S. travel rules will soon require British and French ESTA applicants to provide extensive personal data, including…
US Customs and Border Protection to Tighten ESTA Rules for Visa Waiver Program Travelers
CBP is advancing a proposal to require more personal data from ESTA applicants, including social media history and…
Uscis Cracks Down on Visitor Visa Fraud with New Atlanta Vetting Center
New 2026 USCIS enforcement measures, including centralized vetting and the Visa Integrity Fee, have increased scrutiny on B-1/B-2…
2026 Guide Explains B1/b2 Visa Changes Affecting DS-160 and CEAC Applicants
The 2026 U.S. B1/B2 visa process for Indians focuses on application consistency and proof of intent to return.…
Vietnam to Expand Unilateral Visa Waivers to Attract High-Quality Tourists
The Vietnamese government has directed ministries to expand visa waivers and simplify entry procedures to hit a 2026…
US Tightens B1/B2 Visa Rules for 38 Countries, Bangladesh and Nepal Included
A new U.S. policy effective January 21, 2026, requires B1/B2 visa applicants from 38 countries to post refundable…
Essential Packing Rules for U.S. B1/B2 Visas: What to Carry
A successful U.S. entry on a B1/B2 visa requires a matching story and luggage. This guide covers document…
U.S. Consulate Warns B1/B2 Visa Holders of Unauthorized Employment Risks
The U.S. Consulate Mumbai warns B1/B2 visitors against unauthorized work. Legal defenses focus on defining activities as permissible…