Cat Stevens' Book Tour Delayed by Visa Woes: "We Held Out as Long as We Could

Cat Stevens Postpones Book Tour Over Visa Issues Singer-songwriter Yusuf (formerly Cat Stevens) has postponed his North American book tour for his memoir "Cat On The Road to Find Out" due to ongoing visa issues, the artist announced on social media Monday. "We held out as long as we could," Yusuf wrote on Instagram. "However, at this point, the production logistics necessary for my show cannot be arranged in time." The tour was originally set to kick off October 2 in Philadelphia, but the postponement comes just weeks after Yusuf revealed that U.S. immigration issues were causing delays. Industry insiders say visa problems are not uncommon for international artists touring the United States. "It's a complex process, and sometimes it takes longer than expected," said music industry expert Michael Cragg. "But for an artist like Yusuf, who has a dedicated fan base in the U.S., this is particularly disappointing." Yusuf, known for his hit songs like "Wild World" and "Father and Son," has been open about his struggles with U.S. immigration authorities. In September, he expressed frustration on social media, stating that the tour was hitting snags due to visa issues. The postponement of the book tour is a blow to fans who had purchased tickets and made travel plans to see Yusuf perform live. "I'm really upset!" Yusuf wrote on Instagram. "Not least for my fans who have bought tickets and made travel plans to see me perform." As for when the tour will resume, no new dates have been announced. In a statement, Yusuf's team said they are working with immigration authorities to resolve the issues as soon as possible. Fans can stay tuned to Yusuf's social media accounts for updates on the rescheduled tour dates. *Reporting by Hollywoodreporter.*