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State Department pauses immigrant visa appointments worldwide

  1. Original Date Announced

    August 25, 2026

    Reuters reports that the Trump administration has paused immigrant visa appointments worldwide, with applicants whose interviews were already scheduled receiving notices that their appointments would be rescheduled. The State Department says the adjustments are needed to accommodate a global training initiative designed to help consular officers screen applicants comprehensively and identify those likely to become dependent on U.S. public benefits.

    Trump 2.0 [ID #2377]

    2026.08.25 Reported: State Department pauses immigrant visa appointments worldwide - Reuters
  2. Effective Date

    August 25, 2026

Current Status

None

Original Trump Policy Status

Status: Reported
Trump Administration Actions: Agency Directive Change in Practice
Subject Matter: Immigrant Visas
Agencies Affected: DOS

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