Cat Stevens, also known as Yusuf, has announced the postponement of his upcoming North American tour, citing unresolved visa issues. The tour, named "Cat on the Road to Findout," was scheduled to begin on October 2nd in Philadelphia, with stops planned in several U.S. and Canadian cities. The tour was intended to promote his memoir of the same name, which is set to be released in the United States on October 7th. The book was already released in the U.K. earlier in September.
In a statement shared on social media on Monday, September 29, 2025, Yusuf expressed his disappointment and explained that his team had been waiting for months for visa approvals. Due to the delays, he stated that the "production logistics necessary for my show cannot be arranged in time". He also conveyed his apologies to fans who had already purchased tickets and made travel arrangements.
While the specific reasons for the visa delays remain unspecified, Yusuf noted that he is among a growing number of international musicians and athletes facing similar challenges, with increased fees and slower processing times impacting visa applications.
Despite the postponement, Yusuf offered a glimmer of hope, suggesting that the North American tour might still be possible if the visa issues are resolved. However, he cautioned that such dates would likely be "some time away" due to existing commitments. In the meantime, he encouraged fans to enjoy his book, remarking that "books don't need visas!".
The tour was designed to be a unique experience, blending conversation with select unplugged performances. According to his website, the tour would act as a "portal" into the singer's universe, offering an in-depth conversation on the memoir and acoustic renditions of select songs. Prior to the postponement, Yusuf had already commenced the tour with several dates in the U.K. throughout September.
Yusuf, who rose to prominence as Cat Stevens in the 1960s, put his music career on hold for two decades after converting to Islam in the late 1970s. He made a return to secular music in the 2000s and completed a six-city concert tour in North America in 2014.
The canceled dates included the October 2nd show in Philadelphia, as well as performances in Boston, Toronto, New York City, Chicago, San Francisco and Los Angeles. The Philadelphia stop has already been removed from the Met's website.
In a previous Instagram post on September 19, Yusuf had alluded to potential visa problems, advising fans to hold off on making travel plans until official confirmation was available. He stated then that his team was working urgently with authorities to resolve the issue.
