Occult metal act DOGMA have been forced to postpone their planned U.S. tour after running into delays in the visa processing system. The trek was originally scheduled to begin this week, but the band confirmed that the necessary travel documents did not arrive in time.
The situation highlights an ongoing issue affecting a growing number of international artists hoping to tour the United States. Since early 2025, visa processing timelines have reportedly become significantly longer, forcing several bands to delay or cancel scheduled runs.
In recent months, touring in the U.S. has become an increasingly complicated subject. Some artists have openly stated they have no plans to travel to the country, including QUEEN guitarist BRIAN MAY and singer-songwriter NEIL YOUNG. Others have pulled shows due to safety concerns or political reasons, while a few artists have reportedly had their visas revoked over controversial public statements.
For DOGMA, however, the issue appears to be strictly bureaucratic. The band shared a message with fans explaining the unexpected setback.
“Due to unforeseen delays in the visa processing timeline, DOGMA must postpone our upcoming U.S. tour dates.
After months of preparing for these masses, it hurts to delay the moment when we were meant to finally gather with our U.S. sinners. The first masses where our new songs were meant to be revealed will now arrive later than we had hoped.
We are currently working with promoters and venues to confirm the rescheduled dates, which will be announced soon. All previously purchased tickets will remain valid.
We were ready to meet you.
Ready to open these rituals.
Now we must wait a little longer.”
The band added that they are currently coordinating with promoters and venues to finalize new dates, which will be announced once the situation is resolved. Tickets already purchased for the original shows will remain valid for the rescheduled performances.
