America new visa rules

The United States has introduced several new visa rules and regulations in recent years to improve the efficiency and security of the visa application process. Here are some of the key changes:

1. Travel Ban: In 2017, the Trump administration introduced a travel ban that restricts travel to the US from several countries, including Iran, Libya, Somalia, Syria, Yemen, and North Korea. The ban applies to individuals who do not have a valid visa or who are not eligible for a visa.
2. Enhanced Vetting: In 2017, the US government introduced enhanced vetting procedures for visa applicants, including additional security checks and biometric data collection.
3. Public Charge Rule: In 2019, the US Department of Homeland Security introduced a new rule that makes it more difficult for immigrants to obtain a green card or visa if they are likely to become a public charge (i.e., rely on government benefits).
4. Global Entry: In 2019, the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) introduced a new program called Global Entry, which allows eligible travelers to use a dedicated kiosk at US airports and avoid waiting in line.
5. Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA): In 2019, the US Department of Homeland Security introduced a new electronic system for travel authorization, which allows travelers to apply for a travel authorization online.
6. Visa Interview Waiver: In 2020, the US Department of State introduced a new program that allows certain visa applicants to waive their in-person interview at a US embassy or consulate.
7. Premium Processing: In 2020, the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) introduced a new premium processing service for certain visa applications, which allows applicants to pay an additional fee for expedited processing.
8. H-1B Visa Changes: In 2020, the US Department of Labor introduced new rules for the H-1B visa program, which affects the way employers sponsor foreign workers for temporary employment in the US.
9. International Entrepreneur Rule: In 2020, the US Department of Homeland Security introduced a new rule that allows international entrepreneurs to stay in the US for up to 30 months to develop and grow their businesses.
10. DACA Recipients: In 2020, the US Department of Homeland Security announced that certain recipients of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program would be eligible for a new type of visa, known as the "DACA Visa."

Some of the key changes to US visa rules and regulations include:

• Increased scrutiny: Visa applicants are subject to increased scrutiny and security checks, including biometric data collection and social media screening.
• New eligibility requirements: Certain visa programs, such as the H-1B visa program, have new eligibility requirements and restrictions.
• Changes to public charge rules: The public charge rule change makes it more difficult for immigrants to obtain a green card or visa if they are likely to become a public charge.
• New visa categories: New visa categories, such as the International Entrepreneur Rule, have been introduced to attract foreign entrepreneurs and investors to the US.
• Changes to interview requirements: Certain visa applicants may be eligible to waive their in-person interview at a US embassy or consulate.

It's important to note that visa rules and regulations are subject to change, and applicants should always check with the US Department of State or USCIS for the most up-to-date information.