U.S. Halt on Immigrant Visa Processing for 75 Countries: Policy Tightening and Global Implications
In January 2026, the United States Department of State announced an indefinite suspension of immigrant visa processing for nationals of 75 countries, effective 21 January 2026. The move forms part of a broader tightening of U.S. immigration policy and is officially justified under the “public charge” provision of the U.S. Immigration and Nationality Act. This provision allows denial of immigrant visas if a consular
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