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The US visa bond programme effective August 1, 2026, mandates refundable bonds for visitors from 50 countries but excludes Pakistan. Diplomatic sources confirmed Pakistan’s exemption from this visa bond scheme.

Oman will introduce a free 14-day tourist visa starting August 2026 to promote tourism. The new policy removes visa fees and simplifies entry for travelers.

Australia has changed skilled visa processing from July 25, 2026, prioritizing onshore applicants, especially in law enforcement and defence. The policy aims to reduce net migration following a record 556,000 increase in 2023.

The US has made permanent its visa bond program with a $20,000 bond cap for travelers from 50 countries including Bangladesh. The policy targets B1 and B2 visa applicants and takes effect August 3, 2026.

Oman now offers a free 14-day tourist visa to encourage tourism. Visitors can stay in Oman up to 14 days without paying visa fees.

Dong Thap Province aims to receive 50 million visitors during 2026-2030, positioning tourism as a leading economic sector. Tourism revenue is expected to reach VND 35 trillion by 2030 with strong visitor growth.

Banco BHD and Adoturd announced the first comprehensive study on sports tourism in the Dominican Republic at Fitur 2026. CETDEL will conduct the research to evaluate economic impact and consumer profiles.

The US visa bond programme, effective August 1, 2026, requires refundable deposits for B-1 and B-2 visa applicants from 50 countries. Pakistan is exempt from this new requirement.

The US has made its visa bond program permanent, increasing the max bond to $20,000 for applicants from 50 countries. Pakistan and India are excluded from the program.

The US has permanently established its visa bond program and increased the bond cap to $20,000. Visa applicants from Bangladesh, Nepal, and Bhutan are affected by the change.