US President Donald Trump on Tuesday approved expanded entry restrictions for foreign nationals from 24 countries, citing “obvious, persistent and serious deficiencies in vetting, testing and information sharing” that threaten the country’s nationhood.
US President Donald Trump on Tuesday approved expanded entry restrictions for foreign nationals from 24 countries, citing “obvious persistent and serious deficiencies in vetting, testing, and information sharing” that threaten the country’s national security and public safety.
The new immigration policy was posted on the official White House website in a document titled “President Donald J. Trump Further Restricts and Restricts the Entry of Aliens to Protect the Security of the United States.”
The new policy imposes a full suspension on eight countries and a partial suspension on 16 other countries, affecting immigrants and nonimmigrants with B-1, B-2, B-1/B-2, F, M, and J visas, according to a declaration document cited by TVC News.
The administration described the measure as necessary to “prevent the entry of foreign nationals for whom we lack sufficient information to assess the risk posed by the United States” and to enforce U.S. immigration laws while advancing national security objectives.
President Trump defended the expansion of immigration restrictions, saying, “During my first administration, we restricted the entry of certain foreign nationals into the United States to prevent national security and public safety threats from reaching our borders. The Supreme Court has upheld these restrictions.”
“I reinstated these successful policies in Executive Order 14161 (Protecting the United States from Foreign Terrorists and Other National Security and Public Safety Threats) of January 20, 2025 and Proclamation 10949 (Restricting the Entry of Aliens to Protect the United States from Foreign Terrorists and Other National Security and Public Safety Threats) of June 4, 2025.”
Partial restrictions limit or suspend certain classes of visas (tourist, student, exchange, etc.), impose stricter checks and shorter visa expiration dates, and often require more stringent checks before being allowed to enter the country.
A blanket ban/suspension typically prohibits the entry of nationals of certain countries, primarily those banned by the U.S. government as “Countries of Special Concern,” and blocks the issuance of most new immigrant and nonimmigrant visas. Exceptions may still exist for lawful permanent residents, diplomats, or certain exempt categories.
Countries affected by partial outage
(Immigrants and nonimmigrants with B-1, B-2, B-1/B-2, F, M, and J visas)
Nigeria
For Nigeria, the declaration imposes partial entry restrictions due to the growing trend of terrorism and insecurity in certain areas of the country.
“Islamic extremist terrorist organizations such as Boko Haram and the Islamic State operate freely in certain areas of Nigeria, making vetting and vetting significantly difficult,” the statement said.
The document revealed that Nigeria’s B-1/B-2 visa overstay rate is 5.56 percent and the F, M, J visa overstay rate is 11.90 percent, according to the Overstay Report.
The document states that the entry of Nigerian nationals into the United States as immigrants and as nonimmigrants on B-1, B-2, B-1/B-2, F, M, and J visas is hereby suspended, and consular officials stressed that this reduces the validity of other nonimmigrant visas issued to Nigerian nationals to the extent permitted by law.
Angola
According to the Overstay Report, Angola’s B-1/B-2 visa overstay rate was 14.43 percent, and the F, M, and J visa overstay rate was 21.92 percent.
antigua and barbuda
Antigua and Barbuda has historically had citizenship by investment (CBI) without residency rights.
The entry of Antigua and Barbuda nationals into the United States as immigrants and as nonimmigrants on B-1, B-2, B-1/B-2, F, M, and J visas is hereby suspended.
Consular officials shall, to the extent permitted by law, reduce the validity of other nonimmigrant visas issued to citizens of Antigua and Barbuda.
Benin
According to the overstay report, the overstay rate for Benin’s B-1/B-2 visas was 12.34 percent, and the overstay rate for F, M, and J visas was 36.77 percent.
Ivory Coast
According to the Overstay Report, Ivory Coast’s B-1/B-2 visa overstay rate was 8.47 percent, and the F, M, and J visa overstay rate was 19.09 percent.
dominican
Dominica has historically had a CBI without residency rights.
Admission of Dominican nationals to the United States as immigrants and as nonimmigrants on B-1, B-2, B-1/B-2, F, M, and J visas is hereby suspended.
Gabon
According to the overstay report, Gabon’s overstay rate for B-1/B-2 visas was 13.72%, and the overstay rate for F, M, and J visas was 17.77%.
gambia
According to the Overstay Report, Gambia’s overstay rate for B-1/B-2 visas was 12.70 percent, and the overstay rate for F, M, and J visas was 38.79 percent. Additionally, Gambia has historically refused to accept the return of exiled nationals.
Malawi
According to the overstay report, Malawi’s B-1/B-2 visa overstay rate was 22.45 percent, and the F, M, and J visa overstay rate was 31.99 percent.
mauritania
According to the Overstay Report, Mauritania’s B-1/B-2 visa overstay rate was 9.49 percent. According to the State Department, the Mauritanian government has little presence in certain areas of the country, making vetting and review significantly more difficult.
senegal
According to the overstay report, Senegal’s B-1/B-2 visa overstay rate was 4.30 percent, and the F, M, and J visa overstay rate was 13.07 percent.
tanzania
According to the overstay report, the overstay rate for Tanzania’s B-1/B-2 visas was 8.30 percent, and the overstay rate for F, M, and J visas was 13.97 percent.
Tonga
According to the overstay report, Tonga’s overstay rate for B-1/B-2 visas was 6.45 percent, and the overstay rate for F, M, and J visas was 14.44 percent.
turkmenistan
Since the issuance of Proclamation 10949, Turkmenistan has engaged productively with the United States and has shown significant progress in improving its identity management and information sharing procedures.
The suspension of entry of Turkmenistan nationals into the United States as nonimmigrants with B-1, B-2, B-1/B-2, F, M, and J visas is lifted. Due to some remaining concerns, the entry of Turkmenistan nationals into the United States as immigrants remains suspended.
Zambia
According to the overstay report, the overstay rate for Zambia’s B-1/B-2 visas was 10.73 percent, and the overstay rate for F, M, and J visas was 21.02 percent.
Zimbabwe
According to the overstay report, the overstay rate for Zimbabwe’s B-1/B-2 visas was 7.89 percent, and the overstay rate for F, M, and J visas was 15.15 percent.
Countries subject to total entry suspension measures
Burkina Faso
According to the State Department, terrorist organizations continue to plan and carry out terrorist activities throughout Burkina Faso. According to the 2024 Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Entry/Exit Overstay Report (the “Overstay Report”), Burkina Faso’s B-1/B-2 visa overstay rate was 9.16 percent, and the student (F), professional (M), and exchange visitor (J) visa overstay rate was 22.95 percent. Furthermore, Burkina Faso has historically refused to return its nationals in exile.
Laos
According to the Overstay Report, Laos’ B-1/B-2 visa overstay rate per century was 28.34 percent, and the F, M, and J visa overstay rate was 11.41 percent. According to the 2023 Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Entry and Exit Overstay Report (“2023 Overstay Report”), the overstay rate for Laos B-1/B-2 visas was 34.77%, and the overstay rate for F, M, and J visas was 6.49%. Furthermore, Laos has historically not accepted the return of its citizens who can secede.
mali
According to the State Department, armed conflicts between the Malian government and armed groups occur frequently throughout the country. Terrorist organizations operate freely in certain areas of Mali.
niger
Terrorists and their supporters are planning kidnappings in Niger and could carry out attacks anywhere in the country, according to the State Department. According to the Overstay Report, the overstay rate for Niger’s B-1/B-2 visas was 13.41 percent, and the overstay rate for F, M, and J visas was 16.46 percent.
Sierra Leone
According to the overstay report, Sierra Leone’s B-1/B-2 overstay rate was 16.48 percent, and the F, M, and J visa overstay rate was 35.83 percent. According to the 2023 Overstay Report, Sierra Leone’s B-1/B-2 visa overstay rate was 15.43 percent, and the F, M, and J visa overstay rate was 35.83 percent. Additionally, Sierra Leone has historically not accepted the return of exiled nationals.
south sudan
According to the overstay report, the overstay rate for South Sudan’s B-1/B-2 visas was 6.99 percent, and the overstay rate for F, M, and J visas was 26.09 percent. Additionally, South Sudan has historically not accepted the return of exiled nationals.
Syria
Syria is emerging from a protracted civil war and civil war. Although Syria is working closely with the United States to address its security challenges, it still lacks an adequate central authority to issue passports and civil documents, as well as adequate vetting and vetting measures. According to the overstay report, the overstay rate for Syria’s B1/B2 visas was 7.09%, and the overstay rate for F, M, and J visas was 9.34%.
Palestinian Authority documents
Several U.S.-designated terrorist organizations are active in the West Bank and Gaza Strip, killing U.S. citizens. Also, recent wars in these areas may have compromised screening and testing capabilities. Given these factors and the weak or non-existent controls that the PA has in place over these areas, individuals seeking to travel on travel documents issued or approved by the PA will not be properly screened and approved for entry into the United States at this time.
By continent
Africa: Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger, Sierra Leone, South Sudan, Angola, Benin, Ivory Coast, Gabon, Gambia, Malawi, Mauritania, Nigeria, Senegal, Tanzania, Zambia, Zimbabwe
Asia: Laos, Syria, Turkmenistan
Caribbean/Oceania: Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica, Tonga
Middle East/Palestinian Territories: Travel documents issued by the Palestinian Authority
The fact sheet emphasizes that these measures are necessary to “prevent the entry of foreign nationals who lack sufficient information to assess the risks posed by the United States” and to enforce immigration laws while protecting American citizens.
