ISLAMABAD: The United States has formally announced a freeze on the issuance of immigrant visas for Pakistani nationals starting next week, while confirming that non-immigrant visas will continue to be processed, according to a social media post by the US embassy on Friday. The statement comes two days after the State Department said it would suspend the issuance of immigrant visas for nationals of 75 countries, as President Donald Trump presses ahead with a hard-line immigration agenda centered on financial self-sufficiency.

ISLAMABA: The United States will pause immigrant visa issuances for nationals of 75 countries, including Pakistan, from January 21, the State Department said on Thursday, as…

The suspension will take effect on January 21 but does not apply to visitors or short-term visa holders.

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan said on Thursday it was in contact with US authorities and hoped routine visa processing would resume after Washington completes an internal review of its…

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ISLAMABAD: The United States has formally announced a freeze on the issuance of immigrant visas for Pakistani nationals starting next week, while confirming that non-immigrant…