US Caps Visa Duration at Four Years Starting September 2026
The US will cap visa durations at four years starting September 15, 2026. Visa validity will be limited nationwide with no confirmed category exceptions.
US Caps Visa Validity at Four Years from September 15, 2026
A new US federal rule will limit visa duration to four years starting September 15, 2026. Visa holders will face a maximum visa validity period of four years under this regulation.
US Proposes Ending 60-Day Grace Period for H-1B and Other Work Visas
On September 10, 2026, the US Department of Homeland Security proposed ending the 60-day grace period that allows H-1B visa holders to remain in the country after job loss. The policy change would require immediate departure and visa reapplication abroad upon termination.
GCC Welcomes Over 75 Million Tourists in 2025, Saudi Arabia Receives 30 Million
More than 75 million tourists visited GCC countries in 2025, with Saudi Arabia receiving nearly 40% of these visitors. Tourism spending in the region topped $131 billion, contributing 11.4% to the GCC GDP.
US Proposes Ending 60-Day Grace Period for H-1B and Work Visas
The US Department of Homeland Security proposed ending the 60-day grace period for H-1B and other work visa holders after job loss on September 10, 2026. Affected workers will have to leave the US immediately upon employment termination, removing time to seek new jobs domestically.
Cuba Tourism Falls 62% in First Seven Months of 2026
Cuba's tourism arrivals dropped 62% to 419,000 between January and July 2026 compared to 2025. The decline results from economic crisis, U.S. sanctions, and flight suspensions.
GCC Tourism Surpasses 75 Million Visitors in 2025, Saudi Arabia Welcomes 30 Million
Tourist arrivals in GCC countries reached over 75 million in 2025, with Saudi Arabia receiving nearly 30 million international visitors. GCC tourism spending topped $131 billion, contributing 11.4% to regional GDP, amid joint efforts to enhance sector growth and integration.
US Federal Rule Caps Visa Durations at Four Years Starting September 2026
A federal rule will cap visa durations at four years beginning September 15, 2026. The regulation affects visa validity and renewals across multiple visa categories.
Gulf Receives 75 Million Tourists in 2025, Saudi Arabia Leads with 30 Million
Gulf Cooperation Council countries received over 75 million tourists in 2025, with Saudi Arabia hosting about 30 million international visitors. The region’s tourism sector grew 4.8%, supported by joint GCC strategies for recovery and integration.
Cuba’s Tourism Sees 62% Drop in Visitor Arrivals January-July 2026
Cuba's international tourist arrivals fell by 62% in the first seven months of 2026, declining from 1.1 million in 2025 to 419,000. The drop reflects economic difficulties and flight suspensions amid fuel shortages.
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Disney Imagination: Disney Cruise Line’s First Ship Sailing from Japan in 2029
Disney Cruise Line announced Disney Imagination, its first ship set to sail from Japan starting spring 2029. Operated by Oriental Land Co., Ltd., the ship marks Disney's entrance into the Japanese cruise market.
Woman Rescued After 20 Hours in Mediterranean Sea From Royal Caribbean Ship
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Royal Caribbean Cancels Bahamas Stops, Redirects Oasis of the Seas to Halifax in 2026
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