Dancehall star Vybz Kartel has finally confirmed that his US visa has been reinstated, marking a major moment in his career.

In a post expressing gratitude, Kartel thanked God and also gave a special shoutout to an employee at the US Embassy, referring to him as a “kind gentleman.”

This news comes at a pivotal time for Vybz Kartel, who is nominated for a Grammy Award in the Best Reggae Album category for his EP Party With Me.

Kartel’s US visa was revoked in 2005, and reports indicate that this is his first visa application since then.

In related news, to mark the 10^th year anniversary, today Vybz Kartel has re-released his album, Viking that currently sits at number 1 on the iTunes top 100 Reggae albums chart.