U.S. set for largest mass visa revocation in history targeting up to 200,000 foreigners, officials say
Summary
President Donald Trump's administration plans to cancel the business (B1) and tourist (B2) visas of up to 200,000 foreigners who have applied for or are seeking asylum in the United States. This action would be the largest mass visa revocation in U.S. history and is expected to face legal challenges.Key Facts
- The administration targets visas issued between 2016 and 2026 for individuals who have sought asylum.
- The cancellation will be coordinated between the State Department and the Department of Homeland Security.
- Revoked visas do not automatically mean immediate deportation for affected individuals.
- B1 visas are for business trips; B2 visas are for tourism, family visits, or medical care.
- Visa holders currently must confirm they will not seek asylum when applying.
- In the past 18 months, about 175,000 visas were revoked for criminal convictions or other concerns.
- The administration is also cracking down on "birth tourism," where some pregnant women come to the U.S. to give birth for citizenship benefits.
- Screening of visa holders started after asylum request information was shared between government agencies.
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