{"id":45296,"date":"2026-01-21T12:32:42","date_gmt":"2026-01-21T07:02:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=45296"},"modified":"2026-01-21T12:32:46","modified_gmt":"2026-01-21T07:02:46","slug":"us-immigrant-visa-freeze-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/us-immigrant-visa-freeze-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"US Immigrant Visa Freeze 2026: Countries Affected and Policy Details"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/us-immigrant-visa-freeze-2026\/#US_immigrant_visa_freeze_2026_impacts_citizens_of_75_countries_Learn_about_affected_nations_visa_types_and_implications_for_permanent_residency_applications\" >US immigrant visa freeze 2026 impacts citizens of 75 countries. Learn about affected nations, visa types, and implications for permanent residency applications.<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/us-immigrant-visa-freeze-2026\/#US_Freezes_Immigrant_Visa_Processing_for_Citizens_of_75_Countries\" >US Freezes Immigrant Visa Processing for Citizens of 75 Countries<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/us-immigrant-visa-freeze-2026\/#%F0%9F%93%8C_What_the_Visa_Freeze_Means\" >\ud83d\udccc What the Visa Freeze Means<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/us-immigrant-visa-freeze-2026\/#%F0%9F%93%98_Why_This_News_Is_Important_for_Exam_Aspirants\" >\ud83d\udcd8 Why This News Is Important for Exam Aspirants<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/us-immigrant-visa-freeze-2026\/#Relevance_to_Current_Affairs_Sections\" >Relevance to Current Affairs Sections<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/us-immigrant-visa-freeze-2026\/#Implications_for_Global_Mobility\" >Implications for Global Mobility<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/us-immigrant-visa-freeze-2026\/#Significance_in_International_Law_Human_Rights\" >Significance in International Law &amp; Human Rights<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/us-immigrant-visa-freeze-2026\/#Broader_Economic_and_Social_Impact\" >Broader Economic and Social Impact<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/us-immigrant-visa-freeze-2026\/#%F0%9F%93%9C_Historical_Context\" >\ud83d\udcdc Historical Context<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/us-immigrant-visa-freeze-2026\/#Evolution_of_US_Immigration_Policy\" >Evolution of U.S. Immigration Policy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/us-immigrant-visa-freeze-2026\/#The_%E2%80%9CPublic_Charge%E2%80%9D_Doctrine\" >The \u201cPublic Charge\u201d Doctrine<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/us-immigrant-visa-freeze-2026\/#Trump_Administrations_Immigration_Stance\" >Trump Administration\u2019s Immigration Stance<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/us-immigrant-visa-freeze-2026\/#%F0%9F%93%8A_Key_Takeaways_from_US_Freezes_Immigrant_Visa_Processing_for_75_Countries\" >\ud83d\udcca Key Takeaways from US Freezes Immigrant Visa Processing for 75 Countries<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/us-immigrant-visa-freeze-2026\/#FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/us-immigrant-visa-freeze-2026\/#1_What_is_the_US_immigrant_visa_freeze_announced_in_2026\" >1. What is the US immigrant visa freeze announced in 2026?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/us-immigrant-visa-freeze-2026\/#2_Which_types_of_visas_are_affected_by_this_freeze\" >2. Which types of visas are affected by this freeze?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/us-immigrant-visa-freeze-2026\/#3_Why_did_the_US_impose_this_visa_freeze\" >3. Why did the US impose this visa freeze?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/us-immigrant-visa-freeze-2026\/#4_Are_Indian_citizens_included_in_this_visa_freeze\" >4. Are Indian citizens included in this visa freeze?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/us-immigrant-visa-freeze-2026\/#5_How_long_will_this_freeze_last\" >5. How long will this freeze last?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/us-immigrant-visa-freeze-2026\/#6_How_does_this_affect_international_students_or_temporary_workers\" >6. How does this affect international students or temporary workers?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/us-immigrant-visa-freeze-2026\/#7_What_is_the_significance_of_this_news_for_exam_aspirants\" >7. What is the significance of this news for exam aspirants?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/international\/us-immigrant-visa-freeze-2026\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"US_immigrant_visa_freeze_2026_impacts_citizens_of_75_countries_Learn_about_affected_nations_visa_types_and_implications_for_permanent_residency_applications\"><\/span>US immigrant visa freeze 2026 impacts citizens of 75 countries. Learn about affected nations, visa types, and implications for permanent residency applications.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"US_Freezes_Immigrant_Visa_Processing_for_Citizens_of_75_Countries\"><\/span>US Freezes Immigrant Visa Processing for Citizens of 75 Countries<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The United States government has implemented a <strong>major immigration policy change<\/strong> by indefinitely freezing immigrant visa processing for nationals of <em>75 countries<\/em>, effective <strong>January 21, 2026<\/strong>. This decision, taken under the Trump administration, marks a significant tightening of U.S. immigration procedures, particularly in the area of <em>permanent residency and family-based immigration<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The freeze applies exclusively to <strong>immigrant visas<\/strong> \u2014 the category of visas that allows foreign nationals to settle permanently in the United States. This includes visas obtained through family sponsorship, employment channels, and other permanent residency pathways. However, <strong>non-immigrant visas<\/strong> (such as tourist, student, business, and temporary work visas) remain unaffected for now.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to the U.S. State Department, the policy is rooted in longstanding legal provisions that allow visa decisions to consider whether applicants might become a <strong>\u201cpublic charge\u201d<\/strong> \u2014 a term used for individuals likely to rely on government welfare benefits. Officials argue that the move is intended to better screen prospective immigrants to protect public resources and emphasize <em>self-sufficiency<\/em> among future residents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%8C_What_the_Visa_Freeze_Means\"><\/span>\ud83d\udccc What the Visa Freeze Means<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Under this new directive:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Immigrant visa applications from citizens of the listed 75 nations will no longer be processed until further notice.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Consular officers are directed to <em>refuse existing cases<\/em> that have not been finalized, even if the visa has been approved but not yet issued.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The policy will remain in effect <em>indefinitely<\/em> while the State Department reevaluates screening and vetting procedures.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Although the U.S. President and State Department officials frame the change as a <strong>security and welfare safeguard measure<\/strong>, it has sparked global concern, especially among aspiring immigrants and families seeking reunification. Critics view this policy as an extension of the administration\u2019s broader <em>immigration restraint agenda<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\" id=\"US-immigrant-visa-freeze-2026\"><img decoding=\"async\" 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alt=\"US immigrant visa freeze 2026\" style=\"width:461px;height:auto\" title=\"US immigrant visa freeze 2026\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">US immigrant visa freeze 2026<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%98_Why_This_News_Is_Important_for_Exam_Aspirants\"><\/span>\ud83d\udcd8 Why This News Is Important for Exam Aspirants<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Relevance_to_Current_Affairs_Sections\"><\/span><strong>Relevance to Current Affairs Sections<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Understanding this policy is crucial for <strong>International Relations, World Politics, Public Policy, and Global Governance<\/strong> topics across competitive exams. The move is one of the most significant shifts in U.S. immigration policy in recent years and illustrates the interplay between domestic policy goals and international migration patterns, which are frequently asked in UPSC, PCS, SSC and other high-level government exams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Implications_for_Global_Mobility\"><\/span><strong>Implications for Global Mobility<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The freeze impacts <strong>millions of potential migrants<\/strong> worldwide by restricting pathways to permanent residence in the most sought-after immigrant destination. Such policies influence global migration trends and bilateral relations between the U.S. and affected nations \u2014 topics relevant for essay writing, policy analysis, and ethics papers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Significance_in_International_Law_Human_Rights\"><\/span><strong>Significance in International Law &amp; Human Rights<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The policy highlights debates around <em>immigration rights<\/em>, <em>welfare policy<\/em>, <em>non-discrimination principles<\/em>, and <em>sovereign authority over borders<\/em> \u2014 all key in international law and political science syllabi. Exam questions might ask you to analyze immigration policy in the context of national interest versus humanitarian obligations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Broader_Economic_and_Social_Impact\"><\/span><strong>Broader Economic and Social Impact<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Exam papers often focus on how visa regulations affect global labour mobility, remittances, and demographic shifts. Restrictions like this potentially affect international talent flow, foreign labour markets, and economic linkages \u2014 important for economy and socio-economic analysis sections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%9C_Historical_Context\"><\/span>\ud83d\udcdc Historical Context<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Evolution_of_US_Immigration_Policy\"><\/span><strong>Evolution of U.S. Immigration Policy<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The United States has a long history of adjusting immigration laws based on political, economic, and security considerations. Major laws like the <em>Immigration and Nationality Act of 1965<\/em> abolished national-origin quotas, while later acts introduced more selective skills- and family-based systems. These policies overall shaped the modern landscape of U.S. immigration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_%E2%80%9CPublic_Charge%E2%80%9D_Doctrine\"><\/span><strong>The \u201cPublic Charge\u201d Doctrine<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <em>public charge rule<\/em> allows immigration authorities to deny visas to applicants likely to become dependent on government assistance. While this principle existed previously, its broad application as a basis for indefinite freezes on entire categories of immigrants represents a <em>new expansion of its use<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Trump_Administrations_Immigration_Stance\"><\/span><strong>Trump Administration\u2019s Immigration Stance<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Previous Trump administration policies included travel bans targeting specific Muslim-majority countries and stricter asylum rules. This latest move extends that stance by targeting a wider set of nations in the name of economic self-interest and social welfare protection \u2014 a continuation of <em>America-First immigration priorities<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%8A_Key_Takeaways_from_US_Freezes_Immigrant_Visa_Processing_for_75_Countries\"><\/span>\ud83d\udcca Key Takeaways from <em>US Freezes Immigrant Visa Processing for 75 Countries<\/em><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>S.No<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Key Takeaway<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1.<\/td><td>The U.S. has indefinitely frozen immigrant visa processing for citizens of 75 countries starting January 21, 2026.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2.<\/td><td>The freeze affects only immigrant (permanent residency) visas, not temporary or non-immigrant visas.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3.<\/td><td>The policy aims to prevent applicants likely to depend on public benefits (\u201cpublic charge\u201d).<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4.<\/td><td>Nations affected span across Africa, Asia, Latin America, the Middle East, and Eastern Europe.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5.<\/td><td>Consular officers may refuse visas already approved but not yet issued under the new directive.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">US immigrant visa freeze 2026<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_What_is_the_US_immigrant_visa_freeze_announced_in_2026\"><\/span>1. What is the US immigrant visa freeze announced in 2026?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The US government announced an <strong>indefinite freeze on immigrant visa processing<\/strong> for citizens of 75 countries, effective from <strong>January 21, 2026<\/strong>. This applies to permanent residency visas but not non-immigrant visas like student or tourist visas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Which_types_of_visas_are_affected_by_this_freeze\"><\/span>2. Which types of visas are affected by this freeze?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Only <strong>immigrant visas<\/strong> (family-based, employment-based, and other permanent residency visas) are affected. <strong>Non-immigrant visas<\/strong> (temporary work, student, or tourist visas) are not impacted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Why_did_the_US_impose_this_visa_freeze\"><\/span>3. Why did the US impose this visa freeze?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The freeze is based on the <strong>\u201cpublic charge\u201d principle<\/strong>, aiming to ensure that immigrants are <strong>self-sufficient<\/strong> and less likely to depend on government welfare. It is also part of the administration\u2019s broader immigration policy priorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Are_Indian_citizens_included_in_this_visa_freeze\"><\/span>4. Are Indian citizens included in this visa freeze?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, India is among the 75 countries affected by this policy. Citizens applying for permanent residency from these countries will experience delays or denial under this directive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_How_long_will_this_freeze_last\"><\/span>5. How long will this freeze last?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The freeze is <strong>indefinite<\/strong>. It will remain in place until the US State Department revises its immigrant visa processing rules or issues new guidelines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_How_does_this_affect_international_students_or_temporary_workers\"><\/span>6. How does this affect international students or temporary workers?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There is <strong>no direct impact<\/strong> on non-immigrant visas such as H-1B, F-1, or B-1\/B-2 visas. Only applicants seeking <strong>permanent residency<\/strong> are affected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_What_is_the_significance_of_this_news_for_exam_aspirants\"><\/span>7. 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