US Suspends Immigrant Visa Processing for 75 Countries Over Welfare Concerns
America Freezes Green Card Processing for Dozens of Nations in “Public Charge” Crackdown
WASHINGTON: (Web Desk) – The United States Department of State has announced a suspension of immigrant visa processing for nationals of 75 countries, citing concerns that migrants from these nations disproportionately rely on U.S. public welfare programs.
The State Department will pause immigrant visa processing from 75 countries whose migrants take welfare from the American people at unacceptable rates. The freeze will remain active until the U.S. can ensure that new immigrants will not extract wealth from the American people.
— Department of State (@StateDept) January 14, 2026
According to official statements, the pause will remain in effect until the U.S. government can ensure that new immigrants will not become a financial burden on American taxpayers. The move is part of a broader effort to reinforce the long-standing “public charge” rule under U.S. immigration law.
Countries Affected (Indicative):
While a final official list has not yet been released, international media reports indicate that the affected countries include:
•Afghanistan
•Iran
•Somalia
•Haiti
•Eritrea
•Nigeria
•Ethiopia
•Egypt
•Russia
•Venezuela
•Several African, Central Asian, and Latin American states
Officials stress that the list is subject to review and updates.
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The suspension applies only to immigrant visas (Green Cards).
Non-immigrant visas such as tourist, student, and business visas are generally not included.
This decision reflects a significant tightening of U.S. immigration policy, emphasizing economic self-sufficiency over humanitarian intake. The move is expected to generate international debate, particularly among developing nations, while reinforcing Washington’s “America First” immigration framework.
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