UAE Freezes Most Pakistani Visas Amid Crime Concerns

By BPN News Desk November 28, 2025

International

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has begun suspending visa issuance for most Pakistani passport holders, with exceptions only for blue (government) and diplomatic passports. The restriction follows reports that several Pakistani visitors were involved in criminal activities, including begging,

International

US May Deny Visas for Diabetes or Obesity

By BPN News Desk November 8, 2025

The United States Department of State has issued fresh guidance suggesting that foreign nationals applying for visas may face rejection if they have chronic health conditions such as diabetes, obesity, heart disease or other costly long-term illnesses. The cable directs visa officers to assess whether applicants might become a “public charge” by requiring extensive health

Business

Walmart Pauses Job Offers to H-1B Candidates

By BPN News Desk October 22, 2025

Walmart Inc. has temporarily halted job offers to candidates who would require new H-1B visa sponsorships in the United States. The decision is being made in light of a newly imposed $100,000 fee on new H-1B applications by the U.S. administration. Reason Behind the Move Sources indicate the fee hike is prompting companies to reevaluate […]

International

US Revokes Visas of 6 Who Praised Kirk’s Death

By BPN News Desk October 15, 2025

The U.S. State Department has revoked the visas of six foreign nationals after they allegedly celebrated the assassination of Charlie Kirk on social media. The individuals are from Argentina, Brazil, Germany, Mexico, Paraguay, and South Africa. Reasoning and Enforcement Officials said the posts included comments such as Kirk “deserved to burn in hell” and other […]

International

JPMorgan CEO Criticises Sudden H-1B Fee Hike

By BPN News Desk September 23, 2025

JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon criticised the U.S. government’s sudden decision to impose a $100,000 fee on each new H-1B visa application. He said the move “came out of the blue” and stressed that businesses were not given time to prepare. Impact on Immigration and Business Mobility Dimon warned that abrupt visa policy changes risk harming […]

International

US Revokes Visas Over Fentanyl Precursor Links

By BPN News Desk September 19, 2025

The United States has revoked and denied visas to several Indian business executives and their family members over allegations of involvement in trafficking fentanyl precursors — chemicals used to manufacture the powerful opioid fentanyl. Reason Behind the Move The U.S. Embassy in New Delhi cited concerns that these individuals were linked to networks supplying or […]

International

US Student Visas Blocked for 19 Countries, Big Drop Expected

By BPN News Desk September 16, 2025

A new U.S. policy now blocks student visa issuance to citizens of 19 countries who do not already hold valid visas. These are mainly F-1, J-1, and M-1 categories. The rule means many who planned to begin studies this fall may be unable to enter U.S. colleges. Scale of the Impact Over 5,700 students who […]

International

US to Deny Visas for Celebrating Kirk’s Assassination

By BPN News Desk September 16, 2025

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the administration will deny or revoke visas for foreigners who publicly celebrate or glorify the assassination of Charlie Kirk, a conservative activist. He emphasized that such behaviour is unacceptable and incompatible with US values. Supporting Statement by Deputy Secretary Earlier, Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau

International

U.S. Bars Palestinian Officials From UN Visit

By BPN News Desk August 30, 2025

The U.S. State Department, under Secretary of State Marco Rubio, has revoked the visas of Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas and nearly 80 senior Palestinian officials ahead of the United Nations General Assembly in New York. Officials attached to the Palestinian mission at the U.N. are exempt from the order and will still be able […]

International

U.S. Halts Work Visas for Foreign Truck Drivers

By BPN News Desk August 23, 2025

On August 21, 2025, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirmed that the U.S. has suspended issuing work visas for commercial truck drivers. The categories affected include H-2B, E-2, and EB-3 visas. The decision was triggered after a fatal accident in Florida involving an undocumented foreign driver, raising concerns about road safety and visa vetting. […]