US set for largest mass visa revocation in history targeting up to 200,000 foreigners, officials say
Summary
The Trump administration is planning to cancel the business (B1) and tourism (B2) visas of up to 200,000 people who applied for or are seeking asylum in the U.S. This would be the largest visa revocation in U.S. history and could face legal challenges. The decision aims to stop people from entering the U.S. on short-term visas and then trying to stay permanently by asking for asylum.Key Facts
- The U.S. plans to revoke B1 (business) and B2 (tourism) visas issued from 2016 to 2026 for those who sought asylum.
- Up to 200,000 visa holders could be affected.
- The State Department is working with the Department of Homeland Security on this action.
- Visa revocation does not mean immediate deportation; those with pending asylum cases would lose their business or tourist visa status.
- Since President Trump’s second term began, visa restrictions have increased, including demands for social media information and bonds.
- Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau criticized people who use tourist or business visas to get into the U.S. and then apply for asylum.
- B1 visas are for business trips; B2 visas are for tourism, family visits, or medical reasons.
- This move is seen as an attempt to close what officials call a "loophole" in immigration law.
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