| 41 nations could face US travel ban. |
A new policy proposal by US President Donald Trump aims to restrict travel to the United States from 41 different countries. Governments of the affected nations have been informed that they have 60 days to rectify specific concerns; otherwise, they will remain on the restricted list.
According to an official document, the affected nations are divided into three categories. Some countries will face complete visa suspensions, while others will experience partial restrictions. The measures range from total travel bans to limitations on certain types of visas.
Among those facing the strictest prohibitions are ten nations, including Afghanistan, Cuba, Iran, and North Korea. These countries will be subject to full visa suspensions, preventing their citizens from obtaining any US visas.
A second group of five countries will be subjected to partial restrictions, particularly affecting tourist and student visas. Other forms of immigrant visas may also be limited, with a few exceptions. The exact details of these exceptions remain unclear at this stage.
The third category consists of 26 countries that could see partial suspensions if their governments fail to resolve the identified issues within the 60-day timeframe. This means that these nations still have an opportunity to avoid restrictions by addressing the concerns highlighted by US officials.
While the plan has yet to receive full approval, a US official has warned that modifications to the list are possible. The decision is still under review by key members of the administration, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio. The final implementation of the policy will depend on further discussions and evaluations.
For many Americans, this move brings back memories of Trump’s controversial travel ban during his first presidency. At that time, the administration restricted travel from seven Muslim-majority countries, sparking significant debate and legal challenges.
Critics argue that the proposed travel restrictions could lead to diplomatic tensions and potential economic consequences. Supporters, however, believe that the measures are necessary for national security and immigration control.
As discussions continue, many will be closely monitoring how the situation unfolds and whether affected countries take action to comply with US demands. Whether the policy ultimately takes effect remains to be seen.
The list of countries that could be banned in full:
All travel banned:
Afghanistan
Bhutan
Cuba
Iran
Libya
North Korea
Somalia
Sudan
Syria
Venezuela
Yemen
Visas sharply restricted:
Belarus
Eritrea
Haiti
Laos
Myanmar
Pakistan
Russia
Sierra Leone
South Sudan
Turkmenistan
Countries have 60 days to address concerns:
Angola
Antigua and Barbuda
Benin
Burkina Faso
Cambodia
Cameroon
Cape Verde
Chad
Republic of Congo
Democratic Republic of Congo
Dominica
Equatorial Guinea
Gambia
Liberia
Malawi
Mali
Mauritania
St. Kitts and Nevis
St. Lucia
São Tomé and Príncipe
Vanuatu
Zimbabwe
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