Media Alert: Trump Administration Reportedly Pauses Some Visa Appointments Worldwide
Reports (MSN | Reuters) indicate the US Department of State (DOS) has adjusted visa appointment scheduling at US embassies and consulates worldwide to accommodate a global training initiative for consular officers. According to statements attributed to a State Department spokesperson, the training is intended to ensure visa applicants are evaluated comprehensively and consistently, including assessing whether applicants may become dependent on US public benefits. Read more.
US State Department Proposes $750 Premium Fee for Expedited Visitor Visa Interviews
Following publication of the temporary final rule in June 2026, the US Department of State (DOS) released additional operational guidance for the expedited visitor visa interview pilot on August 18, 2026. Eligible B visa applicants must first schedule a standard visa interview appointment and pay the applicable Machine Readable Visa (MRV) fee before accessing the paid expedited appointment option. Read more.
Media Alert: Trump Administration Reportedly Preparing Large-Scale Visa Revocations for Some Asylum Seekers
Media reports (AP News | Washington Post | Reuters) indicate the Trump administration is preparing to revoke certain B-1/B-2 visitor visas held by foreign nationals who have applied for or are currently seeking asylum in the US. The reported policy has not yet been formally announced by the government. Read more.
