‘They are worried that they might not be able to migrate to the US, as there are rumours that the immigration programme is terminated,’ immigration consultant says.

The cancelled appointments mark the latest squeeze in a tightening vice on legal immigration during Donald Trump’s second term.

Observers warn the pause ‘risks months of cascading delays’ for Asian countries with large numbers of pending applications.

On August 26, the US State Department announced a temporary pause on immigrant visa interview appointments at all embassies and consulates globally. Explore our complete coverage…

‘They are worried that they might not be able to migrate to the US, as there are rumours that the immigration programme is terminated,’ immigration consultant says.

Sudden global restrictions by Trump have some applicants in city fearing US may scrap immigration pathway.