Applying for US Visa? Two New Questions Could See Tourists, Workers Denied
Summary
The U.S. State Department has issued new rules for visa applicants that include two questions about harm or fear of harm in their home country. Answering "yes" to these questions could lead to denial of temporary visas. This change is part of efforts by President Donald Trump’s administration to further restrict asylum applications.Key Facts
- Visa applicants must now answer if they have experienced harm or mistreatment in their home country or last place they lived.
- They must also say whether they fear harm or mistreatment if they return.
- Answering yes to either question may cause the visa application to be denied.
- These questions are asked at U.S. embassies and consulates abroad.
- The new rules aim to limit the number of asylum seekers entering the U.S. temporarily.
- The change comes from a directive issued under President Donald Trump’s administration.
- Newsweek contacted the State Department for comment but no response is included yet.
- This update was reported by The Washington Post and The Guardian, among others.
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