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US announces major tourist visa change
The Express Tribune
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August 4, 2025
WASHINGTON: The US could require bonds of up to $15,000 for some tourist and business visas under a pilot program launching in two weeks, a government notice said on Monday, an effort that aims to crack down on visitors who overstay their visas....
Another emotional day in court for Twain family as sentencing in murder case set for next week
BayToday
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August 6, 2025
'There’s nothing he can say to bring back my son,' said Tracie Twain, rejecting an apology from the man who killed her son as his sentencing approaches Justice David Nadeau will deliver a sentencing decision next Wednesday, August 13, in the case...
US Makes It Harder and Expensive for Malawi and Zambia Travellers: US$15,000 Visa Bond Imposed Under New Rules
Zambian Observer
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August 6, 2025
US Slaps $15,000 Visa Bond on Malawi and Zambia Travellers Travelling to the United States is about to get tougher and more expensive for some African visitors. US Slaps $15,000 Visa Bond on Malawi and Zambia Travellers Starting August 20,...
Visitor’s visa: US may ask some to pay up to US$15,000 in security deposit
News Room
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August 4, 2025
(Reuters) – The U.S. could require bonds of up to $15,000 for some tourist and business visas under a pilot program launching in two weeks, a government notice said on Monday, an effort that aims to crack down on visitors who overstay their visas....
US to require bonds of up to US$15,000 for some tourist visas under pilot programme
Channel News Asia
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August 4, 2025
WASHINGTON: The US could require bonds of up to US$15,000 for some tourist and business visas under a pilot programme launching in two weeks, a government notice said on Monday (Aug 4), an effort that aims to crack down on visitors who overstay...
US to Trial Visa Bond Scheme for Tourists from High-Risk Countries
EUToday
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August 5, 2025
28The United States government is set to launch a one-year pilot programme requiring selected tourist and business visa applicants to post refundable bonds of up to $15,000. The scheme, due to take effect on 20 August, is intended to reduce the...
US plans visa bond rule: Up to $15,000 for business, tourist applicants
India Today
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August 4, 2025
The US Department of State has announced it will begin a one-year pilot program commencing on August 20, 2025, allowing consular officers to require security bonds of $5,000, $10,000, or $15,000 from some applicants for B1 (business) and B2...
Philippines grants visa-free entry to Indians, New Delhi to give free e-visa to Filipinos
Firstpost
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August 6, 2025
In a significant move to enhance tourism and foster closer people-to-people ties, the Philippines has announced visa-free entry for Indian passport holders. In a reciprocal gesture, India has decided to offer free e-visas to tourists from the...
Visa-free entry for Sri Lankans to 42 destinations; here's the full list
Khaleej Times
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Citizens of Sri Lanka, the island nation located in the Indian Ocean southeast of India, now enjoy a wider range of visa-free destinations, particularly within Africa. According to the Henley Passport Index 2025, the Sri Lankan passport has...
The US plans to Introduce a Deposit for Visas
Sarajevo Times
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August 5, 2025
The administration of US President Donald Trump will require citizens of Zambia and Malawi to pay a deposit of up to $15,000 for certain tourist and business visas, as part of a pilot program that begins in two weeks, the State Department said on...
US requires Zambia, Malawi citizens to pay up to $15,000 bond for some visitor visas
Yahoo News
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By Humeyra Pamuk WASHINGTON (Reuters) -President Donald Trump's administration will require visa applicants from Zambia and Malawi to pay bonds up to $15,000 for some tourist and business visas under a pilot program launching in two weeks, the...
US to require Zambia and Malawi citizens to pay up to $15,000 bond for visas
BusinessLIVE
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Washington — President Donald Trump’s administration will require visa applicants from Zambia and Malawi to pay bonds up to $15,000 for some tourist and business visas under a pilot programme launching in two weeks, the State Department said on...
Liberia Ranks 90th Globally in 2025 Passport Power Index
Liberian Observer
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Liberia has been ranked among the lowest-performing countries on the African continent in terms of passport strength, according to the latest 2025 Henley & Partners Passport Index released this week. Liberia places 41st in Africa and 90th...
US could require up to $15,000 bonds for some tourist visas under pilot programme
Dawn
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August 4, 2025
The United States could require bonds of up to $15,000 for some tourist and business visas under a pilot programme launching in two weeks, a government notice said on Monday, an effort that aims to crack down on visitors who overstay their visas....
Ex-CMI Boss Gen. James Birungi Not Under House Arrest – UPDF Dismisses Online Rumours
Red Pepper
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August 4, 2025
By Pepper Intelligence Unit Entebbe, Uganda | August 4, 2025 – The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) has firmly dismissed widespread rumours circulating on social media alleging that Maj. Gen. James Birungi is under house arrest in Entebbe....
U.S. could require up to $15,000 bonds for some tourist visas
Honolulu Star-Advertiser - Hawaii
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August 4, 2025
FILE PHOTO: Travelers use a mobile phone at Terminal 8 at John F. Kennedy International Airport, ahead of U.S. President Donald Trump’s reinstatement of a new travel ban barring citizens of 12 countries from entering the U.S., in New York, U.S.,...
US could require up to $15,000 bonds for some tourist visas under pilot program
The Gazette - Colorado
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By Ted Hesson WASHINGTON (Reuters) -The U.S. could require bonds of up to $15,000 for some tourist and business visas under a pilot program launching in two weeks, a government notice said on Monday, an effort that aims to crack down on visitors...
Tanzania commits to overseeing the Great Lakes’ peace, security objectives
Daily News Tanzania
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August 4, 2025
KINSHASA: THE Assistant Director of the Africa Department at the Ministry for Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation, Ellen Maduhu, has said that Tanzania will continue to implement the International Conference on the Great Lakes Region...
Exim Bank rolls out Elite Banking, Mastercard world series
Daily News Tanzania
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August 4, 2025
Dar es Salaam: In a landmark gesture of maintaining its customer-centric drive to elevate premium banking in Tanzania, Exim Bank officially launched its Elite Banking service during an exclusive black-tie event at Serena Hotel, Dar es Salaam. The...
Tanzania claims silver at Zambia Agriculture, Trade Fair
Daily News Tanzania
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August 4, 2025
LUSAKA, Zambia: TANZANIA has emerged as the overall runner-up at the 97th International Agriculture and Trade Exhibition taking place at the agriculture and trade grounds in Lusaka, Zambia. The certificate for the Second International Winner was...