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Migo Fest Canceled Over Artists’ Visa Issues in New York

Migo Fest was canceled a day before its 2025 date after multiple performers faced visa delays or denials. Organizers blamed…

H-1B Cap-Exempt Employers: No Lottery, But LCA Still Required

Universities, certain nonprofits, and government research bodies can file H-1B petitions year-round as cap-exempt, but must obtain a certified LCA…

Colorado Employers Scramble as Visa Rules Hit Construction

Stricter 2025 visa policies and enforcement have tightened Colorado’s labor market, causing notable construction job losses and widespread vacancies. New…

Belarus Turns to Asia for New Visa Policy, Expands E-Visa

Belarus expanded Asia-focused travel in 2025: an e-visa launched March 20 for 67 countries (single-entry, 30 days), Iran granted visa…

US Non-Immigrant Visas for Koreans Fall 2025 Amid Trump Crackdown

After a September 4, 2025 ICE raid in Georgia, U.S. non-immigrant visa approvals for South Koreans fell 18%. Stricter scrutiny…

Brussels Tightens Third-Country Visa Rules as EU Migration Pact Grows

Following an October 7, 2025 parliamentary vote, the EU will more easily suspend visa-free travel for 61 countries. EES launches…

Serbia visa delays derail India’s chessboxing hopes at championship

Eleven Indian athletes missed the World Chessboxing Championship after short-stay visas filed September 2, 2025, remained unissued through the September…

Indonesia Denies Israeli Gymnasts’ Visas Ahead of Jakarta Worlds

Indonesia denied visas to Israeli gymnasts for the Oct. 19–25 FIG World Championships in Jakarta, citing political pressure. FIG acknowledged…