The visa requirement came into effect on 14 July but people already travelling to Canada will be able to apply for a visa on arrival until 2359 on 15 July.

BBC: Canada toughens its visa demands

India was set to begin a landmark visa-on-arrival deal for Pakistani senior citizens at the Wagah crossing, but this has been put on hold.

BBC: India PM Manmohan Singh warns Pakistan on Kashmir

New Leeds Rhinos signing Greg Eastwood, whose father is from Yorkshire, is awaiting a British passport while St Helens winger Francis Meli could also miss the start of the season after failing to get his visa application sent in on time and Super League newcomers Celtic Crusaders are awaiting the arrival of eight of their players.

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