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US Immigration: The Trump administration suspends visas for 75 nations

Auteur: Ivoirematin

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Immigration US : L'administration Trump suspend les visas pour 75 nations

The tightening of US immigration policy has reached a new major stage. On Wednesday, January 14, 2026, Washington officially suspended the issuance of immigrant visas for nationals of 75 countries .

This measure, which will come into effect on January 21 , marks a clear intention by President Donald Trump to restrict permanent settlement on American soil.

A comprehensive "shutdown" strategy

Contrary to popular belief, this restriction is not solely aimed at the African continent. It is part of a broader reform intended to correct what the administration calls "abuses" of the immigration system . It primarily targets individuals seeking permanent resident status in the United States.

Overview of countries impacted by region

The list of affected states spans four continents, demonstrating the scale of this diplomatic and administrative decision:

Region Main countries concerned
Africa (26) Algeria, Cameroon, Ivory Coast, Egypt, Ethiopia, Morocco, Nigeria, DR Congo, Senegal, Tunisia, Uganda...
Asia (22) Afghanistan, Iran, Iraq, Kazakhstan, Lebanon, Pakistan, Syria, Thailand, Uzbekistan, Yemen...
Americas (17) Brazil, Colombia, Cuba, Haiti, Jamaica, Nicaragua, Uruguay, as well as several Caribbean nations.
Europe (10) Albania, Belarus, Georgia, Kosovo, Moldova, Russia, as well as several Balkan states.

Key takeaways

  1. Effective date: January 21, 2026.
  2. Visa type: Immigrant visas only (for permanent settlement).
  3. Stated objective: Strengthening national security and combating the exploitation of weaknesses in the current visa system.
Auteur: Ivoirematin
Publié le: Vendredi 16 Janvier 2026

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