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fromThe Mercury News
2 weeks ago

Iran boycotting World Cup draw citing visa restrictions for soccer officials

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) - Iran has decided to boycott the 2026 World Cup draw in Washington next week because the U.S. denied visas to members of its delegation, the state-run IRNA news agency reported on Friday. The agency quoted Iranian soccer federation spokesman Amir-Mahdi Alavi as saying that officials faced visa obstacles that go beyond sports considerations. There was no immediate comment from the White House. Alavi said the federation had reached out to FIFA and hoped it could help resolve the issue. Soccer's ruling body didn't immediately reply to a request for comment.
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fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

H-1B visa: Canada is at it again, launching another government program to poach foreign talent from Silicon Valley

Canada created a fast-track pathway to attract H-1B visa holders amid U.S. H-1B policy uncertainty and increased fees.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Money I'll never have': $15K US visa bond halts Malawians' American dreams

A $15,000 US visa bond requirement risks excluding needy Malawian scholarship recipients and small-scale businesspeople from accessing opportunities in the United States.
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fromConde Nast Traveler
3 months ago

A New US Visa Rule Could Mean Longer Wait Times-and Fewer Visitors

Non-immigrant visa applicants must complete mandatory interviews in their country of citizenship or legal residence, eliminating the option to use third-country appointments.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

US reportedly suspends visa approvals for nearly all Palestinian passport holders

The United States has suspended visa approvals for nearly everyone who holds a Palestinian passport, the New York Times reported on Sunday. The restrictions go beyond those Donald Trump's administration had previously announced on visitors from Gaza. They would prevent Palestinians from traveling to the United States for medical treatment, attending college and business travel, the newspaper reported, citing unidentified officials.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

US denies visas to Palestinian Authority leaders for UN general assembly

The United States will deny visas to Palestinian Authority and PLO members attending the UN General Assembly to oppose unilateral state recognition and legal actions.
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fromtime.com
6 months ago
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Why the Trump Administration Is Pausing New Student Visa Interviews at Embassies Across the World

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fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago

My stomach just dropped': foreign students in panicked limbo as Trump cancels visa interviews

International students face uncertainty due to a halt in US student visa appointments and increased scrutiny of applicants amid changing policies.
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fromtime.com
6 months ago

Why the Trump Administration Is Pausing New Student Visa Interviews at Embassies Across the World

U.S. embassies have paused new student visa interviews as social media vetting expands, impacting prospective international students.
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fromABC7 Los Angeles
4 months ago

State Department may require visa applicants to post bond of up to $15,000 to enter the US

The State Department proposes a bond requirement of up to $15,000 for visas from high overstay countries.
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fromwww.dw.com
5 months ago

Nigerians face new US visitor visa restrictions DW 07/09/2025

The US is issuing single-entry three-month visas for Nigerians, replacing five-year multiple-entry visas.
fromIrish Independent
5 months ago

'I don't approve of them, I don't agree with them' - Taoiseach says new US J1 visa rules around social media 'excessive'

I believe those measures by the United States are excessive. I don't approve of them. I don't agree with them.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

New US visa rules will force foreign students to unlock social media profiles

Foreign students must allow social media reviews for visa approval, reflecting national security concerns over online activity.
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fromwww.nytimes.com
6 months ago

Chinese Students Reconsider the U.S. as Republicans Threaten Their Visas

Upcoming visa revocations and proposed bans on Chinese students may deter future applications to U.S. schools, leading to significant uncertainty among prospective students.
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fromIrish Independent
6 months ago

J1s could be affected by US pause on student visa interviews as Trump plans stronger social-media vetting

US embassies are halting new student visa interviews pending further guidance, impacting many applicants.
Social media vetting for visa applicants is increasing as part of the Trump administration's immigration strategy.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
7 months ago

US to screen social media of visa applicants who spent time in Gaza

Social media posts of visa applicants may impact national security screenings.
Visa applications of those visiting Gaza to be reviewed for potential threats.
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