Travel Ban (June 4, 2025) – Full travel ban on both immigrants and nonimmigrants. Certain exceptions apply. Effective 12:01am EDT June 9, 2025. Continued by December 16, 2025 Travel Ban.  

USCIS hold on affirmative benefit adjudications, per December 2, 2025 USCIS PM-602-0192. Continued by January 1, 2026 USCIS PM-602-0194. 

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

B1/B2 visa bond of $5k, $10k, or $15k, under INA § 221(g)(3). Submit Form I-352 to post bond only after consular officer requires it. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Travel Ban (December 16, 2025) – Full travel ban on immigrants and on B1, B2, B1/B2, F, M, and J nonimmigrants. Validity of other nonimmigrant visas to be reduced to the extent permitted by law. Certain exceptions apply. Effective 12:01am EST January 1, 2026.  

USCIS hold on affirmative benefit adjudications, per January 1, 2026 USCIS PM-602-0194. 

B1/B2 visa bond of $5k, $10k, or $15k, under INA § 221(g)(3). Submit Form I-352 to post bond only after consular officer requires it. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Travel Ban (December 16, 2025) – Full travel ban on immigrants and on B1, B2, B1/B2, F, M, and J nonimmigrants. Validity of other nonimmigrant visas to be reduced to the extent permitted by law. Certain exceptions apply. Effective 12:01am EST January 1, 2026.  

USCIS hold on affirmative benefit adjudications, per January 1, 2026 USCIS PM-602-0194. 

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

B1/B2 visa bond of $5k, $10k, or $15k, under INA § 221(g)(3). Submit Form I-352 to post bond only after consular officer requires it. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026. 

B1/B2 visa bond of $5k, $10k, or $15k, under INA § 221(g)(3). Submit Form I-352 to post bond only after consular officer requires it. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Travel Ban (December 16, 2025) – Full travel ban on immigrants and on B1, B2, B1/B2, F, M, and J nonimmigrants. Validity of other nonimmigrant visas to be reduced to the extent permitted by law. Certain exceptions apply. Effective 12:01am EST January 1, 2026.  

USCIS hold on affirmative benefit adjudications, per January 1, 2026 USCIS PM-602-0194. 

B1/B2 visa bond of $5k, $10k, or $15k, under INA § 221(g)(3). Submit Form I-352 to post bond only after consular officer requires it. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

B1/B2 visa bond of $5k, $10k, or $15k, under INA § 221(g)(3). Submit Form I-352 to post bond only after consular officer requires it. Effective January 21, 2026. 

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

B1/B2 visa bond of $5k, $10k, or $15k, under INA § 221(g)(3). Submit Form I-352 to post bond only after consular officer requires it. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Travel Ban (December 16, 2025) – Full travel ban on both immigrants and nonimmigrants. Certain exceptions apply. Effective 12:01am EST January 1, 2026. 

USCIS hold on affirmative benefit adjudications, per January 1, 2026 USCIS PM-602-0194.  

Travel Ban (June 4, 2025) – Full travel ban on both immigrants and nonimmigrants. Certain exceptions apply. Effective 12:01am EDT June 9, 2025. Continued by December 16, 2025 Travel Ban.  

USCIS hold on affirmative benefit adjudications, per December 2, 2025 USCIS PM-602-0192. Continued by January 1, 2026 USCIS PM-602-0194. 

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Travel Ban (June 4, 2025) – Full travel ban on immigrants and on B1, B2, B1/B2, F, M, and J nonimmigrants. Validity of other nonimmigrant visas to be reduced to the extent permitted by law. Certain exceptions apply. Effective 12:01am EDT June 9, 2025. Continued by December 16, 2025 Travel Ban.  

USCIS hold on affirmative benefit adjudications, per December 2, 2025 USCIS PM-602-0192. Continued by January 1, 2026 USCIS PM-602-0194. 

B1/B2 visa bond of $5k, $10k, or $15k, under INA § 221(g)(3). Submit Form I-352 to post bond only after consular officer requires it. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.   

B1/B2 visa bond of $5k, $10k, or $15k, under INA § 221(g)(3). Submit Form I-352 to post bond only after consular officer requires it. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

B1/B2 visa bond of $5k, $10k, or $15k, under INA § 221(g)(3). Submit Form I-352 to post bond only after consular officer requires it. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Travel Ban (June 4, 2025) – Full travel ban on both immigrants and nonimmigrants. Certain exceptions apply. Effective 12:01am EDT June 9, 2025. Continued by December 16, 2025 Travel Ban.  

USCIS hold on affirmative benefit adjudications, per December 2, 2025 USCIS PM-602-0192. Continued by January 1, 2026 USCIS PM-602-0194. 

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Travel Ban (June 4, 2025) – Full travel ban on both immigrants and nonimmigrants. Certain exceptions apply. Effective 12:01am EDT June 9, 2025. Continued by December 16, 2025 Travel Ban.  

USCIS hold on affirmative benefit adjudications, per December 2, 2025 USCIS PM-602-0192. Continued by January 1, 2026 USCIS PM-602-0194. 

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Travel Ban (December 16, 2025) – Full travel ban on immigrants and on B1, B2, B1/B2, F, M, and J nonimmigrants. Validity of other nonimmigrant visas to be reduced to the extent permitted by law. Certain exceptions apply. Effective 12:01am EST January 1, 2026.  

USCIS hold on affirmative benefit adjudications, per January 1, 2026 USCIS PM-602-0194. 

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

B1/B2 visa bond of $5k, $10k, or $15k, under INA § 221(g)(3). Submit Form I-352 to post bond only after consular officer requires it. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Travel Ban (June 4, 2025) – Full travel ban on immigrants and on B1, B2, B1/B2, F, M, and J nonimmigrants. Validity of other nonimmigrant visas to be reduced to the extent permitted by law. Certain exceptions apply. Effective 12:01am EDT June 9, 2025. Continued by December 16, 2025 Travel Ban.  

USCIS hold on affirmative benefit adjudications, per December 2, 2025 USCIS PM-602-0192. Continued by January 1, 2026 USCIS PM-602-0194. 

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

B1/B2 visa bond of $5k, $10k, or $15k, under INA § 221(g)(3). Submit Form I-352 to post bond only after consular officer requires it. Effective January 21, 2026.  

B1/B2 visa bond of $5k, $10k, or $15k, under INA § 221(g)(3). Submit Form I-352 to post bond only after consular officer requires it. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Travel Ban (December 16, 2025) – Full travel ban on immigrants and on B1, B2, B1/B2, F, M, and J nonimmigrants. Validity of other nonimmigrant visas to be reduced to the extent permitted by law. Certain exceptions apply. Effective 12:01am EST January 1, 2026.  

USCIS hold on affirmative benefit adjudications, per January 1, 2026 USCIS PM-602-0194. 

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

B1/B2 visa bond of $5k, $10k, or $15k, under INA § 221(g)(3). Submit Form I-352 to post bond only after consular officer requires it. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Travel Ban (June 4, 2025) – Full travel ban on both immigrants and nonimmigrants. Certain exceptions apply. Effective 12:01am EDT June 9, 2025. Continued by December 16, 2025 Travel Ban.  

USCIS hold on affirmative benefit adjudications, per December 2, 2025 USCIS PM-602-0192. Continued by January 1, 2026 USCIS PM-602-0194. 

Travel Ban (June 4, 2025) – Full travel ban on both immigrants and nonimmigrants. Certain exceptions apply. Effective 12:01am EDT June 9, 2025. Continued by December 16, 2025 Travel Ban.  

USCIS hold on affirmative benefit adjudications, per December 2, 2025 USCIS PM-602-0192. Continued by January 1, 2026 USCIS PM-602-0194. 

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

B1/B2 visa bond of $5k, $10k, or $15k, under INA § 221(g)(3). Submit Form I-352 to post bond only after consular officer requires it. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Travel Ban (December 16, 2025) – Full travel ban on immigrants and on B1, B2, B1/B2, F, M, and J nonimmigrants. Validity of other nonimmigrant visas to be reduced to the extent permitted by law. Certain exceptions apply. Effective 12:01am EST January 1, 2026.  

USCIS hold on affirmative benefit adjudications, per January 1, 2026 USCIS PM-602-0194. 

B1/B2 visa bond of $5k, $10k, or $15k, under INA § 221(g)(3). Submit Form I-352 to post bond only after consular officer requires it. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Travel Ban (December 16, 2025) – Full travel ban on immigrants and on B1, B2, B1/B2, F, M, and J nonimmigrants. Validity of other nonimmigrant visas to be reduced to the extent permitted by law. Certain exceptions apply. Effective 12:01am EST January 1, 2026.  

USCIS hold on affirmative benefit adjudications, per January 1, 2026 USCIS PM-602-0194. 

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

B1/B2 visa bond of $5k, $10k, or $15k, under INA § 221(g)(3). Submit Form I-352 to post bond only after consular officer requires it. Effective October 11, 2025.  

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

B1/B2 visa bond of $5k, $10k, or $15k, under INA § 221(g)(3). Submit Form I-352 to post bond only after consular officer requires it. Effective January 1, 2026.  

B1/B2 visa bond of $5k, $10k, or $15k, under INA § 221(g)(3). Submit Form I-352 to post bond only after consular officer requires it. Effective January 1, 2026.  

Travel Ban (June 4, 2025) – Full travel ban on both immigrants and nonimmigrants. Certain exceptions apply. Effective 12:01am EDT June 9, 2025. Continued by December 16, 2025 Travel Ban.  

USCIS hold on affirmative benefit adjudications, per December 2, 2025 USCIS PM-602-0192. Continued by January 1, 2026 USCIS PM-602-0194. 

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Travel Ban (June 4, 2025) – Full travel ban on both immigrants and nonimmigrants. Certain exceptions apply. Effective 12:01am EDT June 9, 2025. Continued by December 16, 2025 Travel Ban.  

USCIS hold on affirmative benefit adjudications, per December 2, 2025 USCIS PM-602-0192. Continued by January 1, 2026 USCIS PM-602-0194. 

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

B1/B2 visa bond of $5k, $10k, or $15k, under INA § 221(g)(3). Submit Form I-352 to post bond only after consular officer requires it. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Travel Ban (December 16, 2025) – Full travel ban on both immigrants and nonimmigrants. Certain exceptions apply. Effective 12:01am EST January 1, 2026. (Expands June 4, 2025 Travel Ban to include all nonimmigrants.)  

USCIS hold on affirmative benefit adjudications, per December 2, 2025 USCIS PM-602-0192. Continued by January 1, 2026 USCIS PM-602-0194. 

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Travel Ban (June 4, 2025) – Full travel ban on both immigrants and nonimmigrants. Certain exceptions apply. Effective 12:01am EDT June 9, 2025. Continued by December 16, 2025 Travel Ban.  

USCIS hold on affirmative benefit adjudications, per December 2, 2025 USCIS PM-602-0192. Continued by January 1, 2026 USCIS PM-602-0194. 

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Travel Ban (December 16, 2025) – Full travel ban on immigrants and on B1, B2, B1/B2, F, M, and J nonimmigrants. Validity of other nonimmigrant visas to be reduced to the extent permitted by law. Certain exceptions apply. Effective 12:01am EST January 1, 2026.  

USCIS hold on affirmative benefit adjudications, per January 1, 2026 USCIS PM-602-0194. 

B1/B2 visa bond of $5k, $10k, or $15k, under INA § 221(g)(3). Submit Form I-352 to post bond only after consular officer requires it. Effective August 20, 2025.  

Travel Ban (December 16, 2025) – Full travel ban on both immigrants and nonimmigrants. Certain exceptions apply. Effective 12:01am EST January 1, 2026.   

USCIS hold on affirmative benefit adjudications, per January 1, 2026 USCIS PM-602-0194. 

Travel Ban (December 16, 2025) – Full travel ban on immigrants and on B1, B2, B1/B2, F, M, and J nonimmigrants. Validity of other nonimmigrant visas to be reduced to the extent permitted by law. Certain exceptions apply. Effective 12:01am EST January 1, 2026.  

USCIS hold on affirmative benefit adjudications, per January 1, 2026 USCIS PM-602-0194. 

B1/B2 visa bond of $5k, $10k, or $15k, under INA § 221(g)(3). Submit Form I-352 to post bond only after consular officer requires it. Effective October 23, 2025.  

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

B1/B2 visa bond of $5k, $10k, or $15k, under INA § 221(g)(3). Submit Form I-352 to post bond only after consular officer requires it. Effective January 1, 2026.  

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

B1/B2 visa bond of $5k, $10k, or $15k, under INA § 221(g)(3). Submit Form I-352 to post bond only after consular officer requires it. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Travel Ban (December 16, 2025) – Full travel ban on both immigrants and nonimmigrants. Certain exceptions apply. Effective 12:01am EST January 1, 2026.   

USCIS hold on affirmative benefit adjudications, per January 1, 2026 USCIS PM-602-0194. 

Travel Ban (December 16, 2025) – Full travel ban on immigrants and on B1, B2, B1/B2, F, M, and J nonimmigrants. Validity of other nonimmigrant visas to be reduced to the extent permitted by law. Certain exceptions apply. Effective 12:01am EST January 1, 2026.  

USCIS hold on affirmative benefit adjudications, per January 1, 2026 USCIS PM-602-0194. 

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

B1/B2 visa bond of $5k, $10k, or $15k, under INA § 221(g)(3). Submit Form I-352 to post bond only after consular officer requires it. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Travel Ban (December 16, 2025) – Full travel ban on both immigrants and nonimmigrants. Certain exceptions apply. Effective 12:01am EST January 1, 2026.  

USCIS hold on affirmative benefit adjudications, per January 1, 2026 USCIS PM-602-0194. 

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

B1/B2 visa bond of $5k, $10k, or $15k, under INA § 221(g)(3). Submit Form I-352 to post bond only after consular officer requires it. Effective October 23, 2025.  

Travel Ban (December 16, 2025) – Full travel ban on immigrants and on B1, B2, B1/B2, F, M, and J nonimmigrants. Validity of other nonimmigrant visas to be reduced to the extent permitted by law. Certain exceptions apply. Effective 12:01am EST January 1, 2026.  

USCIS hold on affirmative benefit adjudications, per January 1, 2026 USCIS PM-602-0194. 

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

B1/B2 visa bond of $5k, $10k, or $15k, under INA § 221(g)(3). Submit Form I-352 to post bond only after consular officer requires it. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Travel Ban (December 16, 2025) – Full travel ban on both immigrants and nonimmigrants. Certain exceptions apply. Effective 12:01am EST January 1, 2026. (Expands June 4, 2025 Travel Ban to include all nonimmigrants.)  

USCIS hold on affirmative benefit adjudications, per December 2, 2025 USCIS PM-602-0192. Continued by January 1, 2026 USCIS PM-602-0194. 

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Travel Ban (June 4, 2025) – Full travel ban on both immigrants and nonimmigrants. Certain exceptions apply. Effective 12:01am EDT June 9, 2025. Continued by December 16, 2025 Travel Ban.  

USCIS hold on affirmative benefit adjudications, per December 2, 2025 USCIS PM-602-0192. Continued by January 1, 2026 USCIS PM-602-0194. 

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Travel Ban (December 16, 2025) – Full travel ban on both immigrants and nonimmigrants. Certain exceptions apply. Effective 12:01am EST January 1, 2026.   

USCIS hold on affirmative benefit adjudications, per January 1, 2026 USCIS PM-602-0194. 

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Travel Ban (June 4, 2025) – Full travel ban on both immigrants and nonimmigrants. Certain exceptions apply. Effective 12:01am EDT June 9, 2025. Continued by December 16, 2025 Travel Ban.  

USCIS hold on affirmative benefit adjudications, per December 2, 2025 USCIS PM-602-0192. Continued by January 1, 2026 USCIS PM-602-0194. 

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Travel Ban (December 16, 2025) – Full travel ban on both immigrants and nonimmigrants. Certain exceptions apply. Effective 12:01am EST January 1, 2026. (Expands June 4, 2025 Travel Ban to include all nonimmigrants.)  

USCIS hold on affirmative benefit adjudications, per January 1, 2026 USCIS PM-602-0194. 

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

B1/B2 visa bond of $5k, $10k, or $15k, under INA § 221(g)(3). Submit Form I-352 to post bond only after consular officer requires it. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Travel Ban (December 16, 2025) – Full travel ban on immigrants and on B1, B2, B1/B2, F, M, and J nonimmigrants. Validity of other nonimmigrant visas to be reduced to the extent permitted by law. Certain exceptions apply. Effective 12:01am EST January 1, 2026.  

USCIS hold on affirmative benefit adjudications, per January 1, 2026 USCIS PM-602-0194. 

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

B1/B2 visa bond of $5k, $10k, or $15k, under INA § 221(g)(3). Submit Form I-352 to post bond only after consular officer requires it. Effective October 23, 2025.  

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026. 

Travel Ban (June 4, 2025) – Full travel ban on immigrants and on B1, B2, B1/B2, F, M, and J nonimmigrants. Validity of other nonimmigrant visas to be reduced to the extent permitted by law. Certain exceptions apply. Effective 12:01am EDT June 9, 2025. Continued by December 16, 2025 Travel Ban.  

USCIS hold on affirmative benefit adjudications, per December 2, 2025 USCIS PM-602-0192. Continued by January 1, 2026 USCIS PM-602-0194. 

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

B1/B2 visa bond of $5k, $10k, or $15k, under INA § 221(g)(3). Submit Form I-352 to post bond only after consular officer requires it. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Travel Ban (December 16, 2025) – Full travel ban on immigrants and on B1, B2, B1/B2, F, M, and J nonimmigrants. Validity of other nonimmigrant visas to be reduced to the extent permitted by law. Certain exceptions apply. Effective 12:01am EST January 1, 2026.  

USCIS hold on affirmative benefit adjudications, per January 1, 2026 USCIS PM-602-0194. 

B1/B2 visa bond of $5k, $10k, or $15k, under INA § 221(g)(3). Submit Form I-352 to post bond only after consular officer requires it. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Travel Ban (December 16, 2025) – Full travel ban on immigrants. Certain exceptions apply. The June 4, 2025 ban on B1, B2, B1/B2, F, M, and J nonimmigrants lifted. Effective 12:01am EST January 1, 2026.  

USCIS hold on affirmative benefit adjudications, per December 2, 2025 USCIS PM-602-0192. 

B1/B2 visa bond of $5k, $10k, or $15k, under INA § 221(g)(3). Submit Form I-352 to post bond only after consular officer requires it. Effective January 21, 2026.  

B1/B2 visa bond of $5k, $10k, or $15k, under INA § 221(g)(3). Submit Form I-352 to post bond only after consular officer requires it. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

B1/B2 visa bond of $5k, $10k, or $15k, under INA § 221(g)(3). Submit Form I-352 to post bond only after consular officer requires it. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

B1/B2 visa bond of $5k, $10k, or $15k, under INA § 221(g)(3). Submit Form I-352 to post bond only after consular officer requires it. Effective January 21, 2026. 

Travel Ban (June 4, 2025) – Full travel ban on immigrants and on B1, B2, B1/B2, F, M, and J nonimmigrants. Validity of other nonimmigrant visas to be reduced to the extent permitted by law. Certain exceptions apply. Effective 12:01am EDT June 9, 2025. Continued by December 16, 2025 Travel Ban.  

USCIS hold on affirmative benefit adjudications, per December 2, 2025 USCIS PM-602-0192. Continued by January 1, 2026 USCIS PM-602-0194. 

B1/B2 visa bond of $5k, $10k, or $15k, under INA § 221(g)(3). Submit Form I-352 to post bond only after consular officer requires it. Effective January 21, 2026. 

Travel Ban (June 4, 2025) – Full travel ban on both immigrants and nonimmigrants. Certain exceptions apply. Effective 12:01am EDT June 9, 2025. Continued by December 16, 2025 Travel Ban.  

USCIS hold on affirmative benefit adjudications, per December 2, 2025 USCIS PM-602-0192. Continued by January 1, 2026 USCIS PM-602-0194. 

Freeze on immigrant visas (only) at consulates – public charge. Applications still accepted and consular interviews may be conducted, but no immigrant visas may be issued by consulates during the freeze. Does not apply to dual nationals, if the other country is not subject to the freeze.  Does not apply to nonimmigrant visas. Effective January 21, 2026.  

Travel Ban (December 16, 2025) – Full travel ban on immigrants and on B1, B2, B1/B2, F, M, and J nonimmigrants. Validity of other nonimmigrant visas to be reduced to the extent permitted by law. Certain exceptions apply. Effective 12:01am EST January 1, 2026.  

USCIS hold on affirmative benefit adjudications, per January 1, 2026 USCIS PM-602-0194. 

B1/B2 visa bond of $5k, $10k, or $15k, under INA § 221(g)(3). Submit Form I-352 to post bond only after consular officer requires it. Effective August 20, 2025. 

Travel Ban (December 16, 2025) – Full travel ban on immigrants and on B1, B2, B1/B2, F, M, and J nonimmigrants. Validity of other nonimmigrant visas to be reduced to the extent permitted by law. Certain exceptions apply. Effective 12:01am EST January 1, 2026.  

USCIS hold on affirmative benefit adjudications, per January 1, 2026 USCIS PM-602-0194. 

B1/B2 visa bond of $5k, $10k, or $15k, under INA § 221(g)(3). Submit Form I-352 to post bond only after consular officer requires it. Effective January 21, 2026. 

The information in this document has been prepared by The Legal Aid Society for informational purposes only and is not legal advice. This information is not intended to create, and receipt of it does not constitute, an attorney-client relationship. You should not act upon any information without retaining professional legal counsel.