Reports on Executive Order to Suspend US Entry for Citizens of Certain Countries
There are reports circulating that President Trump will sign an executive order suspending entrance to the US for citizens of certain countries. According to anonymous officials, 43 countries are purported to be on the list, divided into three categories of travel restrictions.
Group 1: Full Visa Suspension
The first group likely facing full visa suspension includes:
- Afghanistan
- Iran
- Syria
- Cuba
- North Korea
Group 2: Partial Visa Suspension with Exceptions
The second group, which would likely face partial suspensions affecting tourist and student visas as well as other immigrant visas, with some exceptions, includes:
- Eritrea
- Haiti
- Laos
- Myanmar
- South Sudan
Group 3: Partial Visa Suspension
The third group, a total of 26 countries that includes Belarus, Pakistan, and Turkmenistan, would be considered for a partial suspension of US visa issuance.
Current Reports and Concerns
There have been reports of H-1B visa holders returning from Lebanon being stopped by Customs and Border Patrol and denied entry to the US.
Unanswered Questions
There are significant questions that are yet to be answered as we await the official executive order: exactly when and how this will be implemented, who it will cover, and how long it will be in effect.
Graham Adair will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates here as they become available. If you have any questions, please contact your Graham Adair representative.