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๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

The Unique Temple of India Where People Apply for Visas

The Chilkur Balaji Temple near Hyderabad is known as the 'Visa Temple,' where devotees believe that offering prayers can help remove obstacles in obtaining visas.

Mar 22 โ€ข 01:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

The Unique Temple of India Where God 'Approves' Visas!

The Chilkur Balaji Temple in Hyderabad is known for granting visa wishes to its devotees, drawing visitors from far and wide.

Mar 21 โ€ข 10:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

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.

Mar 21 โ€ข 10:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด VG
National & Local

- He must have understood that I was abused

Svetlana Pozhidaeva claims Terje Rรธd-Larsen must have known she was abused by Jeffrey Epstein, as VG documents reveal how Epstein employed fraudulent marriages and recommendation letters to procure visas for women.

Mar 21 โ€ข 07:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

USCIS reaches the cap for H-2B visas for the second half of fiscal year 2026

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services announced that it has received enough applications to reach the regulatory maximum of H-2B visas for the second half of fiscal year 2026.

Mar 21 โ€ข 00:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Home Office investigates firm linked to religious sect over immigration visas

The UK Home Office is investigating a company connected to a religious sect known for its unconventional beliefs regarding immigration visas.

Mar 20 โ€ข 19:36 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
World

Sudan: The UK's 'Emergency Brake' On Sudanese Students Is a Cynical Act of Collective Punishment

The UK has imposed an 'emergency brake' on student visas for Sudanese nationals, claiming it to be a measure against visa abuse, while in reality, it punishes compliant students.

Mar 20 โ€ข 07:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Nigeria, UK sign MoUs to expand business visas, others

Nigeria and the UK have signed three new agreements to enhance cooperation on migration, border security, and business visas.

Mar 19 โ€ข 20:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Iranians brace for Australia's new laws stopping temporary migrants

Iranians in Australia have expressed their disappointment over new laws that enable the government to block temporary visa holders from war-torn countries, claiming it undermines their hopes for family visits.

Mar 19 โ€ข 18:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

There is illegal visa trafficking behind Attanasio's death

Luca Attanasio was killed because he uncovered a trafficking operation for visas from Congo to Italy, with new evidence prompting a potential reopening of investigations.

Mar 19 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

United States extends the list of countries that will have to pay up to $15,000 for visas

The U.S. State Department added 12 countries to a list requiring citizens to pay bonds of up to $15,000 to request visas, effective April 2.

Mar 19 โ€ข 02:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

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.

Mar 19 โ€ข 00:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

From April 2: Nicaraguans will have to pay a bond to obtain a U.S. visa.

Starting April 2, Nicaraguans will be required to pay a bond of up to $15,000 to apply for U.S. tourist and business visas to deter overstays.

Mar 19 โ€ข 00:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Spain and the United Kingdom commit to simplifying visas for skilled workers

Spain and the UK have agreed to simplify visa processes for skilled workers, exempting British citizens from the visa requirement for short stays under 90 days.

Mar 18 โ€ข 17:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
World

The U.S. will require a bond of $15,000 for tourism and business visas from 12 new countries

The U.S. Department of State will implement a $15,000 bond requirement for B1 and B2 visa applicants from 12 countries starting April 2, including Nicaragua.

Mar 18 โ€ข 15:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

Media: The number of multiple-entry tourist visas issued to Russian citizens has sharply decreased

The issuance of multiple-entry Schengen tourist visas to Russian citizens has plummeted by at least 90% from January to March compared to last year due to new restrictions from the EU.

Mar 18 โ€ข 14:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Two Indians attempted to fly to Barcelona using foreign passports without visas

Two Indian nationals were caught at Vilnius Airport trying to travel to Spain using foreign passports without valid visas.

Mar 18 โ€ข 13:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Iranian female footballers return to the country. End of the globally followed journey

Six Iranian female footballers were granted humanitarian visas by Australia, but ultimately five chose to return to Iran instead of seeking asylum.

Mar 18 โ€ข 13:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
Crime & Justice

The Indian Adventure Ended at Vilnius Airport: Trying to Board the Plane Without Visas and With Foreign Documents

Two young Indian citizens were apprehended at Vilnius Airport while attempting to board a flight to Barcelona without proper visas and using foreign documents.

Mar 18 โ€ข 13:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Group of Haitians detained in Viracopos was tricked with fake visas, says Federal Police

A group of 118 Haitians was detained at Viracopos Airport in Campinas, Brazil, after being scammed with fake humanitarian visas that appeared authentic.

Mar 16 โ€ข 16:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Shocking turn in the controversy โ€“ Even Trump was concerned earlier

The situation of the Iranian women's national soccer team has taken a serious turn as some players who were granted visas to Australia have decided to return to Iran despite apparent risks.

Mar 16 โ€ข 04:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
Sports

Fifth Iranian player leaves Australia; only two remain in the country

Another player from the Iranian women's national football team has left Australia, leaving only two remaining after accepting refugee visas.

Mar 16 โ€ข 04:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Breaking: Fifth member of Iranian women's soccer team leaves Australia

A fifth member of the Iranian women's soccer team has withdrawn their asylum claim and left Australia after being granted humanitarian visas.

Mar 15 โ€ข 19:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Uganda abolishes entry visas for citizens of 40 countries

Uganda has announced a new policy allowing citizens from 40 countries to enter without a visa, aimed at boosting tourism and regional cooperation.

Mar 15 โ€ข 19:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
World

Refused to return home to Iran - now they have changed their minds

Three members of the Iranian women's national football team, originally seeking asylum in Australia, have decided to return to Iran despite having received humanitarian visas.

Mar 15 โ€ข 02:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ Guardian Australia
National & Local

Three more Iranian womenโ€™s football squad members return home after being granted asylum in Australia

Three members of the Iranian womenโ€™s football squad have returned to Iran after previously seeking asylum in Australia, leaving only three players in the country on protection visas.

Mar 14 โ€ข 20:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Breaking: Three members of Iranian women's football team return home after seeking asylum

Three members of Iran's women's football team have opted to return to Iran after being granted humanitarian visas by the Australian government.

Mar 14 โ€ข 19:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ RUV Frettir
National & Local

Would like to suggest Russian soldiers to obtain visas

The article discusses the proposal to require Russian soldiers to obtain visas.

Mar 14 โ€ข 05:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Crime & Justice

'Fake Robbery' Scheme for Green Card in America, FBI Arrests 11 Indians

The FBI has arrested 11 Indian nationals for allegedly orchestrating staged robberies to fraudulently obtain U-Visas and green cards in the United States.

Mar 14 โ€ข 04:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Germany Live Blog: Few Hardship Visas Issued After Suspension of Family Reunification

Since the suspension of family reunification for certain refugees, the German government has issued very few hardship visas, recognizing only two out of 392 applications.

Mar 14 โ€ข 01:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Immigrants held in Viracopos: 113 Haitians presented false family reunion visas, says Itamaraty

The Brazilian Ministry of Foreign Affairs reported that 113 Haitian immigrants at Viracopos International Airport were found with falsified electronic visas.

Mar 13 โ€ข 19:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Two Haitians with valid visas released after more than 24 hours detained at Viracopos

Two Haitian children with valid visas were released after being detained for over 24 hours at Viracopos International Airport due to documentation issues.

Mar 13 โ€ข 15:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

After plane held for 10 hours, PF details flow of 600 Haitians per week at Viracopos

A charter flight carrying 118 Haitians was detained for 10 hours at Viracopos International Airport due to issues with fraudulent humanitarian visas, amidst a larger trend of 600 Haitians arriving weekly to Brazil.

Mar 13 โ€ข 09:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Fake medical visa, preparing to go to Bulgaria... 10 Bangladeshi infiltrators arrested in Delhi

Ten Bangladeshi infiltrators were arrested in Delhi for illegally residing in India and attempting to travel to Bulgaria using fake medical visas.

Mar 13 โ€ข 05:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

10 Bangladeshis Living in Delhi on Fake Medical Visas Arrested

Delhi police arrested ten Bangladeshi nationals who were illegally residing in India on fake medical visas with plans to travel to Europe.

Mar 13 โ€ข 04:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ Guardian Australia
National & Local

What are the changes on temporary visas? Can particular groups be targeted? And why now?

Australia's government has enacted changes to temporary visa regulations, allowing for the suspension of entry from visa holders of certain countries during global conflicts.

Mar 12 โ€ข 14:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

โ€˜The Ferrari of visasโ€™

BAI Capital announced the development of a luxury student housing complex, ALMA Miami, near Florida International University with an investment of $170.6 million.

Mar 12 โ€ข 07:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

At the Doorsteps of a UK Visa: A Stalled Future for Dozens of Sudanese Students

The article discusses the impact of the UKโ€™s recent decision to halt student visas for Sudanese students, highlighting the personal story of a graduate whose educational aspirations have been thwarted.

Mar 12 โ€ข 05:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ Guardian Australia
National & Local

As a refugee, I have lived in limbo for 13 years. Why are only some Iranian women worthy of Australia's protection?

An Iranian refugee expresses her mixed feelings over Australia granting humanitarian visas to some Iranian women while many, including herself, remain in limbo after years of waiting for protection.

Mar 12 โ€ข 00:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Mexicans exploited in the US: โ€˜El Quichiโ€™ pleads guilty to forced labor scheme

Alexander Villatoro Moreno, known as 'El Quichi', pleaded guilty in a U.S. federal court for his role in a conspiracy that exploited Mexican workers with H-2A visas for forced labor.

Mar 11 โ€ข 02:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Sky News
National & Local

Australia grants visas to more members of Iranian women's football team

Australia has granted visas to two additional members of the Iranian women's football team, bringing the total to seven, amid safety concerns after they did not sing the national anthem.

Mar 10 โ€ข 23:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Two more Iranian football squad members have sought asylum in Australia, minister confirms

Two more members of the Iranian womenโ€™s football team have sought asylum in Australia, bringing the total number of players granted humanitarian visas to seven.

Mar 10 โ€ข 22:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Immigration News: the NVC announces new deadlines of March 2026 for processing visas and avoiding the loss of the application

The National Visa Center (NVC) has announced updated deadlines for processing certain visa applications, effective March 9, 2026.

Mar 10 โ€ข 21:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Iranian soccer players celebrate after securing asylum in Australia; PHOTOS

Five Iranian soccer players who sought asylum in Australia celebrated after being granted humanitarian visas.

Mar 10 โ€ข 14:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
Sports

Concaf Tournament: USA Deny Entry to Ten Football Players

Ten players from the Jamaican club Mount Pleasant were denied visas to enter the USA ahead of their match against Los Angeles Galaxy, prompting concerns around visa policies for international tournaments.

Mar 10 โ€ข 13:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
World

CONCACAF Cup: Seven Haitian players denied US visas

Seven Haitian players from the Mount Pleasant team have been denied US visas ahead of the CONCACAF Champions Cup match against LA Galaxy.

Mar 10 โ€ข 12:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Australia grants asylum to five Iranian footballers

Australia has granted humanitarian visas to five Iranian footballers who were under threat of repression if they returned to Iran after their protest during an international competition.

Mar 10 โ€ข 10:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Sudanese students say UK visa ban has dashed hopes of studying at top universities

Sudanese students express their disappointment over the UK government's decision to suspend student visas for applicants from Sudan, impacting their dreams of attending prestigious universities.

Mar 10 โ€ข 08:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
Sports

Before Away Game in L.A.: USA Denies Entry to Ten Soccer Players

The Jamaican club Mount Pleasant faces a challenge in the CONCACAF Champions Cup as ten of its players were denied entry visas to the USA for their match against Los Angeles Galaxy.

Mar 10 โ€ข 07:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Iran War: Iranian Female Footballers Receive Asylum in Australia

Five Iranian female footballers have expressed joy after being granted humanitarian visas in Australia.

Mar 10 โ€ข 06:43 UTC

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