Escalation: State Department pauses immigrant visa processing for 75 countries
On January 14, 2026 the U.S. State Department announced an indefinite pause on immigrant visa processing for nationals of 75 countries, saying the move was aimed at limiting applicants deemed likely to become public charges; the order was set to take effect January 21, 2026.
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