Dossier
visa applicants
Coverage of visa applicants in the Nexus archive.
- Nigeria suspends third-party services for visa applicants in the US
Nigeria has suspended third-party services for US visa applicants. The Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) did not provide a reason for the suspension or indicate when the arrangement would be reviewed.
- Japan implements language proficiency requirements for certain visa applicants
Japan has introduced language proficiency requirements for certain visa applicants, mandating a passing score on the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT). The policy aims to ensure non-Japanese speakers have sufficient language skills for integration and effective communication. Implementation details and affected visa categories remain under review.