U.S. Suspends Visa Processing for 19 Countries
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The United States has temporarily halted all visa processing for applicants from 19 countries. The U.S. government announced the suspension in an official statement on Wednesday, December 3.
The policy is effective immediately. It applies to all visa categories for the affected nations.
Officials did not specify the reason for the pause. They also did not name the 19 countries or state how long the suspension will last.
The move will stop new visa applications from these nations. It does not affect visas already issued.