Immigration
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US Ends Duration of Status for Students: F-1 Visa Holders Face Four-Year Stay Limit
The United States will introduce a major change to its student visa system from 15 September 2026, replacing the current…
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US Judge Blocks Trump Plan to Strip Work Rights from TPS Immigrants
A federal judge in Boston has temporarily blocked the Trump administration from ending work authorisation for tens of thousands of…
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Kenyans Seeking Visas Advised to Use Official Channels Only
Visa applicants in Kenya have been advised to avoid unauthorised agents and intermediaries offering to process applications or secure faster…
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Kenya Replaces Passport Referee Requirement with Biometric Verification
The Department of Immigration Services has made the recommending officer section of Kenya’s passport application form optional, removing a requirement…
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US Tightens Student Visa Rules, Ending Indefinite Stay for International Students
The United States will introduce fixed time limits for international students, exchange visitors, and foreign media visas under new immigration…
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Spain Grants Visa-Free Travel to Eight African Countries, Excludes Kenya
Spain will allow citizens of eight African countries to enter without a visa for stays of up to 90 days…
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US Reminds Dual Citizens to Use American Passports for Travel
The United States government has reminded dual nationals that they must use a valid US passport when entering or leaving…
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US Introduces $100,000 Bond for Green Card Applicants
The United States government has announced a new measure requiring certain green card applicants to post a $100,000 bond as…
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Planning to Move to the UK? New Immigration Rules Take Effect in August
The United Kingdom will introduce major changes to its immigration rules from 3 August, with new requirements affecting work, study,…
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Trump Extends Work Permits for Migrant Workers Hours Before Deadline
The Trump administration has extended work permits for migrants from Haiti and six other countries just hours before they were…
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Saudi Arabia Expands eVisa to 66 Countries, Excludes Kenya and Most of Africa
Saudi Arabia has expanded its electronic visa programme to include travellers from 66 countries. Announced by Visit Saudi on 7…
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US Student Visa Interview: What Consular Officers Really Look For
The US student visa interview is the final step before international students can begin their studies in America. During the…
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