Washington, D.C. — January 15, 2026: The United States government has announced an indefinite suspension of visa processing for citizens of 75 countries, including Pakistan, citing ongoing security and administrative concerns.
The U.S. State Department stated that the freeze affects all categories of visas, including tourist, business, and student visas. The move comes amid heightened global security assessments and efforts to streamline the U.S. immigration system.
Pakistani officials have expressed concern over the impact on students, business professionals, and families seeking travel to the United States. The suspension is expected to affect thousands of applicants who were in the process of obtaining visas.
The State Department has not provided a timeline for resuming visa services, urging applicants from the affected countries to monitor official channels for updates.
This unprecedented measure underscores the growing complexities in international travel and diplomacy, affecting global mobility for citizens of multiple nations.
