U.S. to Suspend Immigrant Visa Processing for 75 Countries

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U.S. to Suspend Immigrant Visa Processing for 75 Countries
The U.S. State Department announced that it will indefinitely pause the processing of immigrant visas for citizens of 75 countries, starting January 21, 2026. This is part of a broader effort by the Trump administration to tighten immigration rules, especially around applicants who might rely on public assistance once in the United States. �
Foreign Policy +1
Key points:
The suspension applies only to immigrant visas (green cards and other permanent residency pathways) and not to non-immigrant visas such as tourist, student, temporary work, or business visas, which will still be processed normally. �
KPBS Public Media
Applicants from the affected countries may still attend visa interviews, but no immigrant visas will be issued while the pause is in effect. �
internationalcenter.umich.edu
Dual nationals applying with a passport from a country not on the list are generally exempt from the suspension. �
internationalcenter.umich.edu
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