#visa-waiver-program

[ follow ]
#visa-processing #fifa-world-cup-2026 #consular-staffing #argentinaus-relations #homeland-security
fromESPN.com
1 day ago

U.S. gov't to add staff for WC visa applications

The department said Thursday it will send hundreds of additional consular officers to "designated countries" to handle the demand for visa interviews. The number of staffers and the countries where they will go have yet to be determined because the 48-team field for the 2026 World Cup has not been finalized. Tickets for the tournament hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico went on sale Wednesday amid concerns over the Trump administration's crackdown on migration and temporary visas that offer permission to enter the United States.
Soccer (FIFA)
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 weeks ago

Argentina Officials Turn Back as Kristi Noem Blows Up Deal

A lack of communication among U.S. officials paused a visa waiver agreement for Argentina while an Argentine delegation was already en route to Washington.
Travel
fromCN Traveller
4 weeks ago

Travel to the United States is getting more expensive: here's everything you need to know about the ESTA fee changes

ESTA fees rise from $21 to $40 effective 30 September 2025, and most UK and European travellers require an ESTA to enter the USA.
US politics
fromAxios
4 weeks ago

Scoop: DHS snubs Argentina delegation in "embarrassing" delay of visa deal

Kristi Noem signed a visa-waiver statement with Argentina without informing Marco Rubio, triggering U.S. objections and halting the planned signing.
US politics
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

'It still doesn't feel real' - Irish tourist detained by US immigration authorities for overstaying visa by three days

A tech worker was detained in the US for 100 days under stricter immigration policies after a health issue prevented his timely departure.
[ Load more ]