There are many countries across the globe where U.S lawful permanent residents, also known as green-card holders, are able to travel without applying for a visa. The United States passport has fallen ...

The pause on immigrant visas for 75 countries, which began on January 21, may lead to an increase of about 50,000 employment-based Green Card quotas in 2027 if family-based Green Cards remain unused.

On Jan. 14, 2026, the U.S. Department of State posted on their X account and on their website that they will be pausing immigrant visa processing for foreign nationals who are citizens of 75 countries ...