Executive Summary: Under the Visa Waiver Program, ESTA eligibility can be permanently lost due to visa denials, overstays (even one day), airport refusals, application errors, or excessive travel. Japanese executives and HR […]
Executive Summary: The Laken Riley Act makes immigration detention mandatory for visa holders arrested for crimes like drunk driving (DUI) or shoplifting, even without a conviction. Japanese nationals and others on U.S. […]
Executive Summary: The ESTA fee increased to $40.00 in 2025, and a new $250.00 “Visa Integrity Fee” was introduced on October 1, though it’s not yet being collected. These changes reflect a […]