Tag: US visa ban
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Mali and Burkina Faso Impose Reciprocal Travel Restrictions on US Nationals
Background: A Growing Diplomatic Standoff The decision by Mali and Burkina Faso to impose reciprocal travel restrictions on United States nationals marks a notable tightening of visa policies amid broader tensions between Washington and West African governments. The move follows Washington’s decision to implement a permanent visa ban on citizens of both countries, a policy…
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US Announces Partial Visa Ban: Nigeria Among 19 Nations
Overview of the Announcement The United States has announced the enforcement date for a new set of visa restrictions that will affect Nigeria and 18 other nations. The policy, rooted in Presidential Proclamation 10998, aims to “Restrict and Limit the Entry of Foreign Nationals to Protect the Security of the United States.” The enforcement takes…