Topic
visas
Logistics US revokes 20,000 visas for Mexican truckers as cabotage crackdown expands
The US has revoked work visas for approximately 20,000 Mexican truck drivers between April 2025 and April 2026, according to Mexico's National Chamber of Freight Transportation (Canacar). The crackdown, tied to an executive order by President Trump, has removed roughly 30,000 foreign drivers from US operations, with Mexican drivers accounting for two-thirds. As a result, trucking capacity is tightening and freight rates in the US are starting to rise, according to Canacar president Augusto Ramos Melo.
Trade US Requires Foreign Influencers to Obtain Work Visas for 2026 World Cup
The US Customs and Border Protection and Department of Homeland Security have jointly announced that foreign influencers covering the 2026 World Cup must obtain work visas if they generate earnings from content creation. The policy affects FIFA's agreements with TikTok and YouTube, which involve international creators. US authorities plan to reinforce inspections and monitor digital activity for compliance.
Logistics Visa Revocations Disrupt US-Mexico Cross-Border Trucking
Over 3,000 Mexican truck drivers have lost US visas due to cabotage violations, disrupting cross-border logistics. The enforcement stems from enhanced coordination between US DOT and CBP.