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GDRFA Dubai to showcase smart border, visa services at Arabian travel market

Published: Sunday, September 13, 2026

The General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs – Dubai (GDRFA Dubai) will take part in Arabian Travel Market 2026, running from September...

US set for largest mass visa revocation in history targeting up to 200,000 foreigners, officials say

Published: Tuesday, August 25, 2026

The USA's Trump administration is preparing to revoke the business and tourism visas of up to 200,000 foreigners who have applied for or are currently seeking asylum status in the United States. If it...

Trump administration has revoked more than 175,000 visas, State Department says

Published: Tuesday, August 11, 2026

The U.S. State Department said on Monday it has revoked more than 175,000 visas from foreign nationals under President Donald Trump's administration, ​as it continues a sweeping immigration crackdown...

Indian High Commission warns against visa scam fraudsters

Published: Thursday, August 06, 2026

The High Commission of India in Dhaka has issued a public advisory warning citizens about fraudsters impersonating its officials and offering fake visa or consular services in exchange for money, acco...

US makes visa bond rule permanent, raises cap to $20,000; Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan affected

Published: Saturday, August 01, 2026

The US State Department is making a visa bond pilot programme permanent. The rule affects citizens of 50 countries, most of them in Africa, but also includes Bangladesh, Nepal, and Bhutan. The maximum...

China announces visa arrangements for Bangladeshi canton participants

Published: Tuesday, July 28, 2026

The Chinese Embassy in Dhaka today announced visa arrangements for Bangladeshi participants in the 140th Canton Fair, warning applicants against fraudulent agencies, "guaranteed visa" offers and claim...

B-2 Visa applicants need proof of funds for US medical treatment: Embassy

Published: Saturday, July 25, 2026

The US Embassy in Dhaka has said applicants for B-2 visas seeking medical treatment in the United States must demonstrate they can cover the cost of their treatment, related expenses, and travel to an...