Travel Restrictions
Global Mobility Divide Widens: Singapore Leads 2026 Passport Power, US & UK Decline
The Henley Passport Index 2026 reveals a stark and widening gap in global mobility, with Singapore maintaining its top position offering visa-free access to 192 destinations, while countries like the US and UK see significant declines. Afghanistan remains at the…
Niger’s Reciprocal Visa Ban on US Nationals Highlights Deepening Sahel Tensions in 2025
Niger has imposed a sweeping visa ban on US citizens in direct response to expanded American travel restrictions, marking a turning point in Sahel-Western relations amid ongoing security and political upheaval.
US State Department Introduces $15,000 Visa Bond Pilot Program
The U.S. State Department has unveiled a 12-month pilot program requiring business and tourist visa applicants from certain countries to post bonds of up to $15,000. The initiative aims to address visa overstays and enhance national security, but critics warn…