The U.S. will indefinitely pause immigrant visa processing for 75 countries

Key Highlights

• Visa processing will be paused for 75 countries, including Brazil, Iran, Russia, and Somalia.
• The decision is part of the Trump administration's broader immigration policy to reduce welfare dependency among immigrants.
• The pause will start on January 21 and will remain in place indefinitely.
• The State Department is reviewing its immigration processing procedures during this suspension.
• Concerns over welfare abuse, particularly in Somalia, have prompted this action.