ISLAMABAD – US State Department revoked immigrant visa processing for citizens of 75 countries, a harsh action which sent shock waves across the globe as tens of thousands questioning future of legal immigration to America.
USa Visa Suspension
- Afghanistan
- Albania
- Algeria
- Azerbaijan
- Bangladesh
- Bosnia
- Egypt
- Gambia
- Guinea
- Iran
- Iraq
- Jordan
- Kazakhstan
- Kosovo
- Kuwait
- Kyrgyzstan
- Libya
- Morocco
- Pakistan
- Senegal
- Somalia
- Sudan
- Syria
- Tunisia
- Uzbekistan
- Yemen
Officials have offered no timeline for when—or even if—the freeze will be lifted. While tourist and business visas remain unaffected, the move effectively blocks legal pathways to permanent residency for countless families seeking a new life in the United States.
The freeze spans a staggering array of nations, including U.S. allies and adversaries alike. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt revealed the full list on X, highlighting countries such as Somalia, Russia, Iran, alongside traditionally friendly nations like Brazil, Egypt, and Thailand.
This aggressive policy reflects President Donald Trump’s hardline stance on immigration, long justified under the banners of national security and cultural preservation. Trump has consistently favored European migration while targeting immigrants from Africa and the Middle East, previously criticizing Somali communities and praising Scandinavian countries as an ideal model.
The visa freeze comes amid an unprecedented enforcement surge. Just this week, the State Department reported it had revoked more than 100,000 visas since Trump’s return to the White House—the highest number ever in a single year. Meanwhile, the Department of Homeland Security confirmed that over 605,000 individuals have been deported, with an additional 2.5 million leaving voluntarily.
Officials claim the move is aimed at strengthening immigration enforcement, but analysts warn the massive suspension could strain diplomatic relations and severely narrow legal routes to U.S. permanent residency. Adding to the controversy, authorities have announced plans for expanded monitoring of visa applicants’ social media, signaling an era of even stricter scrutiny for those hoping to enter the United States.
Blow to Pakistani Visa Applicants as US suspends processing from 75 Countries
