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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 student mobility,…

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 unchanged H-1B…

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 foreign visitors.…

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 for noncooperative…

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 F and…

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. Short-stay rules…

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, 2025 for…

H-1B Not Ending: USCIS Tightens Rules, Shifts to Higher-Paid Roles for FY 2026

USCIS hit the FY 2026 H-1B cap in the April–June 2025 window; fraud checks and wage-priority proposals may favor higher-paid…