Visa fees for international artists to tour in the US shot up 250% in April. It could be devastating
Performing in the U.S. for international musicians just got a lot more complicated
By MARIA SHERMAN
Published - Apr 16, 2024, 05:05 PM ET
Last Updated - Apr 16, 2024, 05:05 PM EDT
NEW YORK (AP) — Performing in the U.S. for international artists just got a lot more complicated.
On April 1, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services instituted a 250% visa fee increase for global musicians hoping to tour in the U.S.
Artists, advocacy groups and immigration lawyers are concerned it could have devastating effects on emerging talent worldwide and local music economies in the U.S.
