US Expands Travel Ban: 36 Nations Face Stricter Identity Verification

The US State Department proposes significantly expanding its travel restrictions, impacting 36 countries, primarily in Africa and the Caribbean. This expansion, more than doubling the existing list, stems from concerns regarding unreliable identity verification systems, high visa overstay rates, repatriation failures, fraud, and security risks within these nations.

Affected countries have a 60-day deadline to implement stricter identity verification and security measures. Failure to comply could result in full or partial travel bans. The initial action plan submission deadline is set for Wednesday. This builds on existing travel bans and restrictions already in place for several other countries.

The targeted nations must demonstrate improved capabilities in issuing secure identity documents, reducing visa overstays, and cooperating on deportations. The policy’s implications are far-reaching, impacting international travel, education, and family reunification. Legal challenges and international condemnation are anticipated.

Key affected regions include Africa (25 countries), the Caribbean, Asia, and the Pacific. The move has drawn criticism for potentially discriminatory impacts on the Global South.

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