Effective Jan 21, the US has paused immigrant visas for Pakistan. Student, tourist, and work visas remain OPEN. Read the full official update on Dareecha.pk.
Effective January 21, the US Department of State is pausing the issuance of Immigrant Visas for applicants from selected countries, including Pakistan.
This is the most critical part of the update. The US Embassy has explicitly stated that this pause does not apply to non-immigrant visas.
For clarity, here is the text from the official announcement regarding the logic behind this decision: "The Trump Administration is focused on protecting the American people by upholding the highest standards of scree...
1. I have a student visa interview scheduled.
While this news may be concerning for those seeking permanent migration, it is a relief to see that the educational and business corridors between Pakistan and the USA remain open.
All the details, documents and tips on Dareecha.