US Bans Seventy-Five Countries
The Trump administration has paused immigrant visa processing for dozens of nations.
New Travel Crackdown
The US government is stopping entry for citizens from 75 different countries.
This major policy shift begins on Wednesday, January 21, 2026.
Officials say they must reassess all screening and vetting procedures first.
However, this pause could have massive repercussions for global travel.
Reasons for Decision
A Homeland Security spokesperson explained the move on social media.
He claimed these migrants take welfare at unacceptable rates.
The government wants to ensure new immigrants do not extract American wealth.
The spokesperson stated:
“The freeze will remain active until the U.S. can ensure that new immigrants will not extract wealth from the American people.”
Countries Under Ban
The list includes nations like Somalia, Haiti, Iran, and Eritrea.
Other impacted countries are Brazil, Egypt, Russia, and Thailand.
Officials believe many of these immigrants become public charges upon arrival.
They claim they are working to protect the generosity of Americans.
World Cup Concerns
The ban may impact the 2026 World Cup this summer.
The US will host the tournament with Canada and Mexico.
Qualified teams like Brazil, Colombia, and Uruguay are on the list.
It remains unclear if players or fans can enter the country.
Finally, officials have not said when this pause will end.