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U.S. Tightens Visa Renewal Rules, Reduces Interview Waiver Period to 12 Months
(SOURCE: BUSINESS TRAVELLER)

The U.S. Department of State has tightened visa renewal rules by reducing the interview waiver period to 12 months. Now, only applicants whose previous visa expired within the past year may qualify for a waiver. Eligibility also requires applying in one’s home country, having no prior visa refusals (unless waived), and no apparent ineligibilities. Certain diplomatic and official visa holders remain exempt. Consular officers still have discretion to require interviews.

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GBTA APAC Conference 2025 | Singapore
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Tuesday, May 27

Dr. Deborah Elms, a globally recognized expert in trade negotiations and economic issues, will be the opening keynote speaker at the 2025 GBTA APAC Conference, going on May 27-28 at the Raffles City Convention Centre in Singapore. As Head of Trade Policy at the Hinrich Foundation and founder of the Asian Trade Centre, Dr. Elms brings a wealth of expertise on global economic trends and their impact on the region.

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