Summary
U.S. embassies and consulates in several Middle Eastern countries have stopped processing visa applications due to security concerns linked to ongoing regional conflicts involving Iran, Israel, and the United States. The affected countries include Pakistan, Jordan, Lebanon, Iraq, Kuwait, and Saudi Arabia. The suspensions are temporary, and U.S. citizens can still access emergency services.
Key Facts
- U.S. embassies and consulates have suspended visa services in countries like Pakistan, Jordan, Lebanon, Iraq, Kuwait, and Saudi Arabia.
- This suspension is temporary and due to security issues related to conflicts involving Iran, Israel, and the U.S.
- The U.S. Embassy in Islamabad, Pakistan, has canceled visa appointments from March 9 to March 13.
- People with canceled visa interviews will get instruction emails on rescheduling, but new dates aren't available yet.
- Routine and emergency services for U.S. citizens remain available at some embassies.
- The U.S. Embassy in Iraq advised citizens to be ready to shelter in place or leave, as commercial flights might be unavailable.
- Iran has been conducting missile and drone attacks against U.S. forces and allies in response to military operations.
