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César Farías, head coach of Barcelona SC, expressed emotional relief after his team's qualification for the third phase of the Copa Libertadores, highlighting the challenges faced by Venezuelans.

A Milwaukee city council member has called for an investigation into Uline's immigration practices, particularly following allegations of misuse of worker visas.

The Armidale community in Australia welcomes refugees from the Democratic Republic of Congo, providing them a sense of belonging after years of waiting for visas.

In 2025, 42.24% of Ecuadorians applying for U.S. type B visas were denied, illustrating a significant rise in rejection rates compared to previous years.

Dmitry Medvedev has provocatively claimed that Russian soldiers can enter Schengen countries without visas, insinuating a potential military threat.

The Reform UK party has announced plans to ban visas from Pakistan and other countries if they win power, alongside a proposed deportation strategy targeting hundreds of thousands of immigrants annually.

The Estonian Foreign Minister has raised concerns about Russian soldiers entering Europe, suggesting Italy is particularly vulnerable to possible infiltrations and hybrid attacks from mercenaries.

A Belarusian delegation was denied entry visas to the United States, prompting remarks from the Polish foreign minister about the situation.

The Republican 'Exile Act' aims to permanently eliminate H-1B work visas by reducing the annual cap to zero starting fiscal year 2027.

The US administration has revoked the visas of three Chilean officials, causing tensions between Chile and the US over a submarine cable project supported by China.

The US has revoked visas for three unidentified Chilean officials, citing their involvement in activities that undermine regional security, which Chile has strongly denied.

The US government has announced the revocation of entry visas for three unnamed Chilean officials due to actions that jeopardized critical telecommunications infrastructure and undermined regional security.

Belarus expressed dissatisfaction over its delegation being denied visas to attend a Peace Council meeting initiated by former President Donald Trump.

Belarusian officials announced they could not obtain visas for their delegation to attend the Board of Peace meeting initiated by Donald Trump.

According to Kenyan parliamentary data, Russia has recruited over a thousand Kenyan citizens to participate in the war against Ukraine, leveraging schemes involving tourist visas and promises of high salaries.

Belarusian officials claim that their delegation was denied visas to attend Donald Trump's "Peace Council" meeting in Washington, DC.

Italy is proposing to revoke visas for technical and medical staff accompanying Russian and Belarusian Paralympic athletes, causing concern for the well-being of athletes needing specialized support.

Ukraine protests against Russia's participation in the Paralympics, calling it 'scandalous', while Italian Prime Minister Meloni considers withdrawing visas for Russian athletes.

The U.S. Department of State has imposed visa restrictions on 18 Iranian officials due to their involvement in the repression of recent anti-government protests in Iran.

The concert of Lithuanian artist Linas Adomaitis in the USA has been canceled due to the lack of necessary work visas for the performing team.

As the 2026 World Cup approaches in the United States, many Argentinians are increasingly anxious about obtaining or renewing their visas, which now require a deeper examination of social media profiles by US immigration officials.

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced that it has reached the cap of 18,490 H-2B visas available for non-agricultural workers for fiscal year 2026.

An Italian court has convicted four individuals in a scam involving fake work and study permits linked to immigration from Bangladesh.

The UK will start issuing electronic visas (eVisas) to Nigerian travellers from February 25, 2026, replacing the current physical visa stickers.

Marco Rubio emphasized that U.S. visas are not a right and will be revoked from individuals acting against U.S. interests.

Nigeria and Angola have signed a bilateral agreement to waive visa requirements for holders of diplomatic and official passports, strengthening cooperation between the two countries.

The article discusses significant changes and updates regarding American citizenship, including new fees, an increase in temporary work visa quotas, and stricter controls on existing citizens, highlighting the complexities for immigrants in the US.

China has announced that Canadian tourists and business visitors will no longer need visas for stays up to 30 days, reflecting an effort to improve bilateral relations following discussions with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney.

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.

Greece has launched a new program allowing wealthy Americans to obtain citizenship by investing in selected startups.

France is set to increase the number of visas for Iranians seeking asylum due to recent crackdowns by Iranian authorities, according to Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrow.

A Canadian nurse was denied entry to the U.S. while traveling to work, highlighting barriers faced by Canadian professionals seeking work visas in America.

The US has warned that visa overstays by Nigerian travelers may adversely affect the chances of other Nigerians seeking US visas.

Ghana and Zambia have abolished travel visas in a bid to enhance trade and investment between the two countries following a three-day official visit by Ghana's President John Dramani Mahama.

Mexico has reinstated the issuance of electronic visas for Brazilian visitors, which had been suspended since August 2022, allowing a single entry valid for 180 days.

Turkish official Fidan discussed Cyprus, the Customs Union, and Schengen visa issues with the EU Enlargement Commissioner, expressing satisfaction with Turkey's participation in the ongoing informal process.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan met with European Commission Enlargement Commissioner Marta Koss in Ankara to discuss topics including Cyprus, the Customs Union, and the facilitation of Schengen visas, indicating a renewed dialogue agenda.

The number of migrant workers in South Korea's shipbuilding industry has increased over five times in three years, raising concerns about low wages and opaque migration processes, particularly for those entering under skilled worker visas (E-7-3).

Congress has closed the door on visas for Afghans who collaborated with the U.S. government over nearly two decades prior to the final withdrawal in 2021, with a Democratic senator calling the decision a 'betrayal'.

On May 5, the Mexican government resumed the issuance of electronic visas for Brazilians wishing to visit the country, which had been suspended since 2022.

After a partial government shutdown, the US faces visible consequences affecting citizens and international visitors, particularly concerning visas, tax processes, and preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Indian authorities revoked the visas of a British couple accused of putting up pro-Palestine posters in the tourist town of Pushkar, Rajasthan, considering it a violation of their tourist visa conditions.

Non-profit organizations in North Carolina provide free or low-cost assistance to migrants in applying for asylum, visas, DACA, and legal advice regarding their immigration status.

The report presented to the IOC highlights concerns regarding entry visas and the inflated ticket prices for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games.

Canada has halted visa issuance at its processing centers in Russia as part of a cost-cutting and modernization effort, not a change in immigration policy for Russian citizens.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has initiated an inspection concerning the tourist visas that Julio Iglesias used to bring several Dominican workers to Spain in 2021.

Civil rights organizations have filed a lawsuit against the US State Department due to its decision to halt processing immigration visas for citizens of 75 countries, arguing that this policy undermines decades of established immigration laws.

The article discusses how the Biden administration labels European activists fighting against disinformation as 'radical' and has revoked their visas, while the activists argue they're merely enforcing regulations against false information and hate speech.

Julio Iglesias arranged for several employees to come to Spain on tourist visas without contracts, paying them only 340 euros per month.

The USA is suspending the processing of immigration visas for applicants from 75 countries, citing security concerns and the potential need for immigrants to rely on assistance, effective January 21.