Trump administration visa rules Archives

US to Require $5,000–$15,000 Visa Bond for Bangladeshi B1/B2 Applicants

The United States has introduced a new visa bond requirement for certain Bangladeshi nationals applying for B1/B2 business and tourist visas, aimed at curbing visa overstays. Under the rule, approved…

admin January 20, 2026

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US Expands Social Media Vetting to H-1B Visas, Applicants Face Delays

The US State Department has quietly expanded its social media screening requirements to include skilled-worker visas, widening scrutiny to H-1B professionals and their H-4 dependents from December 15. While the…

admin December 17, 2025

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U.S. Colleges See Sharp Drop in New International Students

A significant decline in new international student enrolments at U.S. colleges this autumn has been driven largely by a sharp drop in students from India, according to a report released…

admin November 18, 2025

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US Visa Policy Expanded: Chronic Health Conditions Could Lead to Denial

Foreigners applying for U.S. visas may now face denial if they suffer from chronic health conditions such as diabetes or obesity, under a new directive issued by the Trump administration.…

Admin November 7, 2025

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US Introduces $250 Visa Integrity Fee for Non-Waiver Countries

The United States has announced the introduction of a $250 “visa integrity fee” for travelers from countries not part of the Visa Waiver Program, including India, Mexico, Argentina, Brazil, and…

admin August 31, 2025