The United States announced Wednesday that it is completely suspending immigrant visa processing for applicants from 75 countries, including Russia, Iran, Brazil, Egypt, Thailand, Nigeria and Somalia. The freeze will begin on January 21 with no specific end date.
US suspends immigrant visa processing for 75 countries
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by Julie Bort
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