USA

White House clarifies H-1B work visa fee hike

On September 19, 2025, the White House clarified the new $100,000 fee for the H-1B work visa, a measure that has caused considerable concern in India and the international technology sector. This visa, prized by foreign engineers, computer scientists and scientists, allows professionals to ... Read the article

Argentina officially applies for ESTA

Argentina has officially applied to rejoin the U.S. Visa Waiver Program (VWP). If accepted, this measure would enable millions of Argentines to travel to the United States for tourism or business without having to apply for a visa, as was already the case between 1996 and 2002 before the ... Read the article

USA to test $15,000 bond for certain nationalities

Donald Trump's U.S. administration has announced a new anti-immigration measure that could significantly impact U.S. entry requirements for nationals of certain countries. Starting in mid-August 2025, a one-year pilot project will require certain applicants for tourist (B-2) and business (B-1) visas to post a financial deposit of up to... Read the article

Consequences of overstaying a U.S. visa

The U.S. Embassy in India recently issued a strong warning to Indian citizens, alerting them to the consequences of overstaying their U.S. visas. The message is aimed specifically at Indian travelers currently in the U.S. or planning to visit the country, whether on visas ... Read the article

USA: "Sex at birth" now required to apply for ESTA

A recent directive from the United States concerning the indication of "sex at birth" on visa and ESTA (Electronic Travel Authorization System) applications requires special attention from our travelers. This new measure, which came into force following a presidential decree signed on January 20, 2025, stipulates that ... Read the article

USA Visa: a new procedure for Moroccans

As of March 24, the U.S. Embassy in Morocco has introduced a new requirement for visa applicants. From now on, it is imperative that the confirmation number/bar code (starting with "AA") on the DS-160 form corresponds exactly to the one used when booking an appointment online. If the confirmation number/bar code on ... Read the article

Qatar eligible for ESTA as early as December

In a landmark announcement for U.S.-Qatari relations, the U.S. State Department has confirmed that Qatar will become, as of December 1, 2024, the 42nd country to join the prestigious U.S. Visa Waiver Program (VWP). This decision makes Qatar the first Gulf Arab state to benefit from ... Read the article

Israel benefits from US visa-free program early

Faced with the escalating war between Israel and Hamas, the United States activated the visa waiver program for Israelis on Thursday October 19, allowing those wishing to visit the U.S. for 90 days or less to enter without needing to apply for a visa.