Visa & travel policy, as it happens

Immigration rejects 1,752 visas, deports 223 – Malawi24

UK Travel Hubs Add Facial Scanners for Immigration Sweeps – travelhost.com

DFA defends visa policy, passport issuance process – BusinessWorld Online

Mexico Alongside Other Three Countries Gain Saudi Tourist Visa Access as Kingdom Opens Doors to Umrah, Holidays and Global Events

Saudi Arabia has added Mexico, Serbia, North Macedonia and Bosnia and Herzegovina to its tourist visa scheme to allow the countries’ citizens to apply for e-visas when…

Canada to grant permanent residency to 200,000 temporary residents by 2027

Prime Minister Mark Carney's government plans a one-time transition for up to 200,000 temporary residents to permanent status by the end of 2027, over and above its annual immigration targets

Pashinyan: Armenia could secure visa-free travel with EU by 2029 – Operativ Məlumat Mərkəzi

Canada Aims to Clear Hong Kong Pathway Backlog by 2027 with 32,000 Admissions

At a glanceReviewed November 7, 2026The pathway closed to new applications on August 31, 2026.As of June 30, 2026, about 30,315 applications represented 48,560 people.The separate open-work-permit policy is scheduled…

Pakistan, Sudan sign visa-free travel deal for diplomats, officials – Arab News PK

Pakistan signs visa-free agreement with Sudan months after $1.5 billion weapons deal stalled over Saudi Arabia’s objections – Business Insider Africa

ICE Arrests Wisconsin State Patrol Trooper with Pending Asylum Case at Airport

At a glanceReviewed November 6, 2026WisDOT says Van Der Merwe’s State Patrol employment began July 13, 2025.State Patrol hiring rules permit noncitizens with valid work authorization to serve.DHS said the…

Visa-Free Agreement Between Pakistan and Sudan for Diplomats – NewzTodays

Cuban Man and Florida Man Sentenced in Alien Smuggling, Asylum Fraud, Money Laundering Plot

At a glanceReviewed November 6, 2026The operation charged $1,500 to $40,000 for smuggling services.Lima-Santos and Peralta Consuegra are awaiting sentencing.Checked against USCIS U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services announced November 5,…

Judge Valerie Caproni Blocks Removal Flights for 80 Afghan Detainees Held by Immigration and Customs Enforcement

At a glanceReviewed November 7, 2026Advocates and attorneys said more than 80 detained Afghans contacted them after receiving removal notices.A court filing described a charter route from Alexandria, Louisiana, to…

Pakistan, Sudan sign visa-free travel agreement, agree to boost cooperation – Geo News

Could a mistake in my citizenship by descent paperwork be treated as misrepresentation?

[ad_1] Say you’re filling out a proof of citizenship application, and you make a mistake. You may be wondering whether that could have consequences on your application, after submission. Unfortunately,…

Pakistan, Sudan sign visa-free travel agreement for diplomatic, official passport holders – Dunya News

Canada And Beyond Shape Travel Prospects As Permanent Residency Opportunity Targets 200,000

Canada is preparing to introduce a significant immigration initiative that could reshape opportunities for temporary residents, international workers and families already established in the country. The…

Ombudsman: 1% of Chinese visa-free tourists overstay in Philippines – GMA Network

South Africa expands electronic travel authorisation for Indian travellers, adds family applications

South Africa has expanded its Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) system to simplify travel for eligible Indian visitors, introducing applications for minors and a multi-applicant facility for families and groups. The…

Select Dubai tourists to get five-year multiple-entry tourist visa as part of Dubai Access Club – Emirates 24|7