The government of the President of the United States, Donald TrumpThe US will suspend all visa processing for visitors from 75 countries starting January 21, Fox News reported Wednesday. (14), citing a memo from the U.S. Department of State.
Somalia, Russia, Iran, Afghanistan, Brazil, Nigeria, and Thailand are among the affected countries, according to the report.
The suspension This does not apply to the non-immigrant category., such as tourist and business visas, according to the Associated Press.
Representatives from the State Department did not immediately respond to a request for comment on the reported memo, which, according to Fox News, instructs U.S. embassies to refuse visas in accordance with existing law while the department reevaluates its procedures. No timeframe was provided.
The reported pause comes amid Trump's widespread crackdown on immigration since returning to the presidency last January.
In November, Trump promised to 'permanently stop' immigration from all 'Third World countries' after a shooting near the White House by an Afghan citizen that killed a member of the National Guard.
Regarding the list of 74 countries besides Brazil
Although the State Department has not yet published the full document with all the names on a single, easily accessible official portal, the reports from Fox News and the Reuters They cite that the list is composed of nations that the Trump administration will reassess based on the criteria of "public burdens" and security.
Among the main countries confirmed on the list of 75 are:
- Brazil
- Russia
- Somalia
- Afeganistão
- Iran
- Iraque
- Egypt
- Niga © ria
- Thailand
- Iemen
Note for citizens with dual nationality: The restriction focuses on the passport used. If you have one... Italian citizenship and travel with an Italian passport, you can continue to use it. work ESTA AuthorizationSince Italy is part of the Visa Waiver Program and is not included in this new suspension list.
Updated on 14/01/2026, at 16:41 am
