Tagged #country-specific
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State Department Suspends Visas for Nationals of 39 Countries Under Proclamation 10998
DOS implements full and partial visa suspensions for nationals of 39 countries effective January 1, 2026, under Presidential Proclamation 10998. Practitioners must identify affected nationals, available visa categories, and case-by-case exception procedures.
Federal judge strikes down USCIS freeze on 39-country immigration benefits
U.S. District Judge John McConnell vacated four USCIS policies that halted processing of asylum, work permits, green cards, and citizenship applications for noncitizens from 39 designated countries, effective immediately.
Federal Judge Strikes Down USCIS Freeze on Immigration Benefits for 39 Countries
U.S. District Judge John McConnell Jr. ruled that USCIS unlawfully froze asylum, green card, work permit, and citizenship decisions for applicants from 39 countries. The court ordered immediate resumption of processing.