Category: USA

Visas, Immigration & Nationality

US Suspends Student Visa Appointments and Plans To Expand Immigration Vetting

The United States has temporarily halted new student visa interview appointments at its embassies and consulates worldwide, while also preparing to introduce expanded social media vetting for international applicants. This move could significantly affect immigration and the ability of foreign students to study in the US. According to an official memo issued by the State…
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US Gold Card Visa: Investment Route to Citizenship to Open Soon

Foreign nationals with deep pockets will soon be able to apply for a new US visa offering permanent residency and a pathway to citizenship, provided they can invest $5 million. US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick announced that the upcoming “Gold Card” visa program will soon open for registration. Speaking at Axios’ “Building the Future” event…
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US Travellers Warned: Stay Alert in the UK

The US State Department has issued a Level 2 travel advisory for the United Kingdom, urging Americans to exercise increased caution due to the ongoing threat of terrorism. According to the advisory, terrorist attacks in the UK could happen without warning, especially in busy areas like: There is also a specific warning about potential violence…
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International Students Cancel Trips as US Cracks Down on Visas

If you’re an international student in the United States (US) and planning a summer trip, whether it’s back home or just across state lines, it might be time to reconsider. New immigration policies introduced by the Trump administration are making it much easier for international students to lose their legal status in the US, and…
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US to Sell $5 Million ‘Gold Card’ Visas Under New Plan

US President Donald Trump has announced a new “gold card” visa program, offering permanent residency to affluent foreigners willing to pay $5 million. Speaking at the White House, President Trump described the scheme as providing “green card privileges plus” and a “pathway to citizenship” for those who purchase the card. “Wealthy individuals will come to…
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