US Visa Freeze Hits 75 Countries, Including Brazil and Iran
The Trump administration has paused immigrant visa processing for applicants from 75 countries. The Guardian seeks to hear from those affected by the suspension.
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UK passport ranks 7th most powerful in 2026
The UK passport has fallen to 7th place in the 2026 Henley Passport Index, with access to 182 visa-free destinations. Singapore tops the list as global mobility inequality widens.
US Suspends Immigrant Visas from 75 Countries
The Trump administration has indefinitely paused immigrant visa processing for applicants from 75 countries, citing welfare use concerns. The move marks a major expansion of US immigration restrictions.
US Suspends Immigrant Visa Processing from 75 Countries
The Trump administration has indefinitely paused immigrant visa processing for citizens of 75 countries, citing welfare dependency concerns. The sweeping move marks a major escalation in US immigration restrictions.
Trump Suspends Visa Processing from 75 Countries
The Trump administration has indefinitely suspended immigrant visa processing for applicants from 75 countries. The policy, citing 'public charge' concerns, takes effect 21 January. Full list inside.
US Suspends Immigrant Visas from 75 Countries
The US State Department suspends immigrant visa processing for 75 countries, including Iran and Russia, from 21 January. The move aims to curb 'abuse of the immigration system'. Read the full list and analysis.
US bans visas from 75 countries including Russia and Iran
The Trump Administration pauses immigrant visas from 75 countries, citing welfare concerns. The freeze begins January 21. Read the full list and analysis.
Martin Lewis issues urgent ETIAS travel scam warning
Martin Lewis warns UK travellers about fake ETIAS websites. The EU visa waiver scheme is delayed until late 2026. Learn how to avoid being scammed and the official application process.
Immigration law firm sale signals visa policy impact
A London law firm specialising in immigration services has been put up for sale amid a slump in visa applications following government crackdowns. Read the full story on the pressures facing the legal sector.
China urges EU to deny visas to Taiwanese politicians
Exclusive: Beijing issues diplomatic warnings to European nations, arguing their own border laws require them to block Taiwanese figures from entry. Analysts see a strategy to isolate Taiwan.
Content Creators Lead Surge in US O-1 Visa Applications
Social media influencers and content creators are increasingly securing coveted O-1 US work visas, redefining 'extraordinary ability' for the digital age. Discover how follower counts are becoming a new currency for immigration.
Labour Reviews Non-Dom Reforms After Wealthy Exit UK
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is in talks with City leaders to extend the non-dom grace period and introduce a 'pay-to-play' visa, following an exodus of wealthy entrepreneurs like Revolut's founder.
Visa nightmare traps 'abandoned brides' in Australia
Kiran's story exposes how temporary visas increase vulnerability for South Asian women facing domestic abuse and coercive control in Australia. Read her fight to stay.
UK skilled worker visa applications plummet in December
New figures show a sharp drop in skilled worker and healthcare visa applications, posing a fiscal challenge for Chancellor Rachel Reeves. Explore the data and expert warnings.
Belgrave Road: A Tender Tale of Love Beyond Borders
Manish Chauhan's poignant debut novel, 'Belgrave Road', offers a powerful portrait of immigrant life and forbidden love in Leicester. Discover this story of hope and destiny.
UK denies Gaza academic's family visa bid
Palestinian PhD student Bassem Abudagga loses hope as Home Office says his family's case is not urgent and children should stay in Gaza tent. Read his story.
Tuvalu woman offered new life in Australia as climate refuge
Alolita Semesi, a mother from Tuvalu, is among the first offered resettlement in Australia as her island home succumbs to climate change. Read her story of loss and hope.
Migrant workers slam Labour's 'performative' visa proposals
Visa-holding migrants and British families condemn the government's 'earned settlement' consultation, warning it fuels anti-immigrant sentiment and creates prolonged uncertainty. The public consultation closes on 12 February.
UK to seize asylum seekers' phones, campaigners condemn
New Home Office powers allow Border Force to seize phones and search mouths at Manston processing centre. Campaigners call it 'inhumane' and question its legality.
Ethical hacker from Bexley secures rare Australian visa
Jacob Riggs, 36, from Bexley, proved his elite cyber skills by hacking an Australian government system, securing a coveted 858 National Innovation visa. Read his unique story.
UK hacker earns Australia's top visa by finding security flaw
A London man secured Australia's prestigious 858 visa, with a <1% success rate, after ethically hacking the government system. Discover how his cyber skills led to permanent residency.
West African nations retaliate against Trump visa restrictions
Mali and Burkina Faso have banned US nationals from entering their countries in a direct retaliation to Donald Trump's expanded travel restrictions. Read the latest on the diplomatic rift.
Tonga added to US travel ban from January
The Trump administration's new visa restrictions target Tonga, sparking outrage over the 'unfounded' security threat. Community leaders warn of severed family and study links.
US Visa Changes Risk Filipino Healthcare Worker Exodus
New US immigration rules under Trump could displace 20,000 Filipino healthcare workers, deepening a global staffing crisis. Discover the impact on the NHS and global health.
UK ends DRC VIP visa privileges over migrant returns
The UK Home Secretary has revoked fast-track visa privileges for Democratic Republic of Congo officials amid a dispute over illegal migrant returns. Discover the details and implications.
UK imposes visa sanctions on DRC over migrant returns
The Home Office has removed preferential visa treatment for the Democratic Republic of Congo after it failed to agree to take back illegal migrants. Angola and Namibia have cooperated, averting sanctions. Read the latest on UK immigration policy.
UK Disinformation Campaigner Targeted by US Visa Ban
Imran Ahmed, founder of the Center for Countering Digital Hate, accuses tech firms of 'sociopathic greed' after being barred from the US. Exclusive details on the legal battle.
Protesters vow to shut down 'Alligator Alcatraz' detention centre
Every Sunday, protesters gather at the notorious 'Alligator Alcatraz' immigration detention centre in Florida's Everglades, demanding its closure amid reports of human rights abuses. Meet the people leading the vigil.
Judge blocks US detention of British campaigner in censorship row
A US judge has halted the Trump administration's attempt to detain British anti-disinformation campaigner Imran Ahmed. Read the latest on the visa ban row and its implications for free speech.
US Visa Bans on EU, UK Figures in Online Rules Dispute
The Trump administration bans five European figures, including a key architect of the EU's Digital Services Act, escalating a transatlantic feud over online speech and regulation. Read the full story.
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