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US federal judge upholds $100,000 fee on key work visas under Trump policy

A US federal judge has authorized the Trump administration to enforce a $100,000 fee on highly sought-after work visas widely used in the technology sector, marking a significant setback for industries dependent on foreign skilled labor. The measure, announced by President Donald Trump in September,......

Washington lifts Visa restrictions for Ghana amid immigration partnership

The United States has lifted visa restrictions for Ghana, a key West African partner in Washington’s immigration policy, the American embassy in Accra confirmed on Saturday. This announcement follows an agreement in which Ghana agreed to accept West African nationals deported from the United States,......

India voices concern over Trump’s new visa fees for tech workers

India’s leading tech industry association has expressed deep concern over the Trump administration’s decision to impose an annual fee of $100,000 on H-1B visas, a program widely used by technology companies that rely heavily on skilled workers from Asia. The new rule comes into effect on......

Algeria ends diplomatic visa exemption for French officials in reciprocal measure

Algiers, August 7, 2025 – Algeria announced on Thursday the end of visa exemptions for French diplomatic and service passport holders, responding to France’s stricter stance on bilateral relations. The Algerian Ministry of Foreign Affairs summoned the Chargé d’Affaires of the......

EU urges Washington to reconsider Palestinian visa decision

The European Union called on Saturday for the United States to “reconsider” its refusal to grant visas to Palestinian officials planning to attend the UN General Assembly in New York this September. “We urgently request that this decision be reconsidered in light of international law,”......

United States denies visas to Palestinian officials ahead of UN general assembly

The United States announced on Friday that it will deny visas to members of the Palestinian Authority ahead of the United Nations General Assembly scheduled for September, where France plans to advocate for the recognition of a Palestinian state. “The Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, revokes and......

Moroccans received 606,000 Schengen visas in 2024 amid 20% refusal rate

Morocco secured over 606,000 Schengen visas from European Union countries in 2024, with a refusal rate of approximately 20%, according to Minister of Foreign Affairs Nasser Bourita. This marks a significant milestone in visa issuance, reflecting improved Morocco-EU relations. France leads in visa issuance France......

Morocco adopts a balanced visa policy, says Bourita

According to the minister, European Union member states issued more than 606,000 visas to Moroccan citizens in 2024, reflecting an improvement in bilateral relations and a departure from previous tensions. France alone granted nearly 284,000 visas, marking a 17% increase compared to 2023, making Morocco......

US suspends humanitarian visas for Palestinians from Gaza

The United States has announced the suspension of humanitarian and medical visas for Palestinians from Gaza, citing the need for a review of current procedures. The decision, made public on Saturday by the State Department under Secretary of State Marco Rubio, comes amid growing pressure from far-right......

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