Tagged #visa-pause
Every article we've published on this topic, sorted by the agency's own announcement date.
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State Department Pauses All Immigrant Visa Processing for New Public Charge Screening
The State Department has temporarily halted all immigrant visa applications worldwide while briefing consular officials on a new public charge policy designed to exclude applicants deemed potential welfare recipients. The pause affects most family-based immigration processing.
consular processing
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D.C. Court Dismisses Visa Pause Challenge Without Prejudice, Signals Need for Specific Facts
Judge McFadden rejects broad challenge to 75-country immigrant visa pause, citing insufficient standing proof and redacted filings. Plaintiffs have until August 24 to refile with individualized details.
consular processing