Trump Administration Tightens Global Visa Norms, Revives ‘Public Charge’ Rule

The US flag beside an H-1B visa application form symbolizes America’s tightening immigration framework as the Trump administration reinstates the “public charge” rule, allowing officials to deny visas to applicants deemed likely to depend on government assistance. (PC: Reuters)

The United States has introduced a sweeping overhaul of its global visa screening process under the revived “public charge” rule, empowering consular officials worldwide to deny visas or permanent residency to applicants deemed likely to depend on government assistance. The new directive, issued by the US State Department, marks a significant tightening of immigration norms […]