US expands visa bond to 50 countries, targets overstays with $15,000
The US has announced the expansion of its visa bond program to 50 countries in an effort to reduce visa overstays, requiring foreign nationals to post a $15,000 bond when applying for certain visas.
United States raised to 50 the number of countries whose citizens must deposit $15,000 to obtain visas
The Trump administration has announced an expansion of the visa bond program requiring citizens from 50 countries to deposit $15,000 to obtain business and tourism visas to the United States.
What changed with the H-2A visa: the measure from Trump that migrants celebrate but generates controversy in the U.S.
The U.S. Department of Labor made modifications to the H-2A visa program's minimum wage policy, which are praised by migrants for easing labor shortages but criticized by unions for potentially lowering wages for agricultural workers.
'Low Wages in Shipbuilding are Due to Not Working More' - Ulsan Mayor Kim Doo-gyeom's Fallacious Claims
Ulsan Mayor Kim Doo-gyeom claimed that low wages in the shipbuilding industry are partly due to domestic workers' reluctance to work, while advocating for a visa program that allows foreign workers to fill labor gaps.
The Hispanic country that is a favorite to win the World Cup and does not need a visa to enter the U.S.
Spain is highlighted as a favorite to win the 2026 World Cup and its citizens enjoy visa-free entry into the U.S. under the ESTA program.
Ron DeSantis won: a new measure in Florida affects migrant workers until January 2027
A new measure in Florida, supported by Governor Ron DeSantis, will suspend the hiring of foreign workers under the H-1B visa program until January 5, 2027, impacting public universities in the state.
Belarusian IT specialists under special conditions in Poland. Did Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki break the law?
The article discusses potential legal violations associated with the Poland Business Harbour visa program for IT specialists from Belarus, highlighting bureaucratic oversights and a parliamentary investigation.
Exile Act: the bill that seeks to eliminate H1-B work visas granted to migrants in the U.S.
A new bill in the U.S. aims to eliminate the H1-B work visa program used by companies to hire foreign workers for specialty occupations.
House Republican Greg Steube introduces bill to nix controversial H-1B visa program
Rep. Greg Steube has introduced a bill aimed at abolishing the H-1B visa program, arguing it harms American workers.
Ecuador will select 150 workers for temporary agricultural employment in the United States
The Ecuadorian government announced an expansion of the Circular Migration Program, allowing 150 citizens to work legally in Florida's agricultural sector under H-2 visa conditions beginning in February.
Panama begins formal process to aspire to the US visa waiver program
Panama has formalized its aspiration to the US Visa Waiver Program by establishing an inter-agency working group aimed at enhancing border security, information exchange, and academic, cultural, and business ties.
Washington has set an ultimatum: the US insists on access to European citizens' database
The US is intensifying its immigration policy demands from European countries, insisting on access to biometric and sensitive data of European citizens as a condition for remaining in the Visa Waiver Program.
Philippines offers 2-week visa-free stays to lure Chinese tourists
The Philippines has announced a one-year visa-waiver program allowing Chinese nationals to stay for two weeks without a visa, applicable for tourism and business.
Golden visa: Interest decreases β What is slowing down demand
The number of applications for new residency permits through the golden visa program has seen a decline in November, reflecting a need for market stabilization after recent program changes.