TNA Wrestlings international talent visa issues are still causing havoc backstageand fans hoping to see Leon Slater, Dani Luna, or even producer Lance Storm are out of luck again.
According to a new report from PWInsider on January 22, 2026, those who were previously absent from TNAs AMC debut due to unresolved U.S. work visa complications were also not backstage for tonights tapings in New Mexico. That means the situation remains unresolved, even after Storm broke down whats going on behind the curtain just days ago.
In an appearance on Wrestling Observer Live on January 20, Lance Storm detailed how the group-based P-1B visa processused by TNAhas thrown a wrench into operations for himself and other key roster members. Storm explained that, unlike WWE or WCW where he had an individual P-1A visa, TNAs approach groups talent together under one applicationcausing delays for everyone if a single name hits a snag.
Despite a strong AMC premiere that featured star power like AJ Styles, Matt Hardy, and Nic Nemeth, fan favorites like Steve Maclin, Slater, and Luna were noticeably absentand now, fans know why.
The delay has left TNA with creative gaps as it launches a new era on AMC. And if tonights New Mexico taping is any indication, theres no immediate solution in sight. TNA officials have not yet issued a public statement, but all signs point to more waitingand more reshuffling of plans.
Do you think TNA should reconsider how it handles visas moving forward? And which missing star do you want back the most? Drop your thoughts in the comments.
