The U.S. State Department has paused immigrant visa processing for applicants from 75 countries as of January 2026, including Brazil, Colombia, and Uruguay. While interviews continue, final approvals are on hold indefinitely, leaving thousands in limbo amid heightened scrutiny under the Trump administration.
🔍 Applicants report confusion over delayed timelines, with many sharing frustrations on social media using #VisaUncertainty. The policy shift impacts families, skilled workers, and entrepreneurs—particularly those from Latin America and Asia.
🌐 Analysts suggest this could strain diplomatic ties, while advocacy groups call the move “a disruption to global mobility.” Stay tuned for updates as this story develops.
