Category: USA

Visas, Immigration & Nationality

US Passport Renewals Now Fully Online

The hassle of renewing your US passport just got a whole lot easier.  The State Department has officially launched a fully operational online renewal system, making passport renewals quicker and more convenient than ever before. No more paperwork, no more waiting in long lines, and with no additional cost. Previously the system was open to a…
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Romania Set to Join U.S. Visa Waiver Program in 2025

Exciting news for Romanians, starting in March or April 2025, Romanians will no longer need a visa to visit the United States.  Romania’s ambassador to the US, Andrei Muraru, confirmed this major development during a recent interview, announcing that Romania is set to join the US Visa Waiver Program. Once part of the program, Romanians…
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Malta’s Golden Passport Scheme Survives EU Legal Challenge

Malta‘s controversial “golden passport” scheme, which allows wealthy individuals to buy EU citizenship through a large financial investment, has long stirred debates across Europe.  While critics argue it threatens the security and integrity of the EU, a recent legal opinion might just keep it alive. The European Court of Justice (CJEU) suggests that every state…
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US Global Entry Fee Hike: What It Means for Your Next Trip

Frequent travellers looking to breeze through US airport security and skip long customs lines with Global Entry will now have to pay more for the convenience. For the first time in over 15 years, the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has increased fees for its Trusted Traveller Programs (TTP), which include Global Entry, NEXUS,…
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Countdown to the 2026 Diversity Visa Lottery: What You Need to Know

Dreaming of a new life in the United States? The 2026 Visa Lottery offers a golden opportunity for those from countries with low US immigration rates to secure permanent residency.  Known officially as the Diversity Immigrant Visa Program, this “visa lottery” grants up to 55,000 visas each year, and the call for applications is just…
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