RASC News Agency: According to reports from American media, Tammy Bruce, spokesperson for the U.S. Department of State, has affirmed that Afghanistani nationals are not included in the list of countries subject to U.S. travel restrictions. Her remarks come in response to recent reports and speculation suggesting the imposition of new travel limitations on Afghanistani citizens. Bruce underscored that no decision has been made to prohibit Afghanistani nationals from entering the United States. She further clarified that U.S. immigration and travel policies remain governed by established legal frameworks, with no modifications affecting the entry of Afghanistani citizens.
In recent weeks, unverified reports and rumors have circulated regarding potential new restrictions on Afghanistani nationals seeking entry into the United States. These claims have sparked concerns among Afghanistani individuals intending to travel, immigrate, or reunite with family members in the U.S. According to official U.S. government statements, visa issuance for Afghanistani citizens continues in accordance with existing regulations and protocols. Afghanistani nationals holding valid visas including immigrant, humanitarian, and student visas remain eligible to enter the United States under standard procedures.
Since the U.S. military withdrawal from Afghanistan in August 2021, Washington has implemented specialized programs to facilitate the resettlement of Afghanistani refugees and immigrants. These initiatives include the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program (USRAP), the Special Immigrant Visa (SIV) program, and the Humanitarian Parole Program, which have collectively enabled thousands of Afghanistani nationals to seek refuge in the United States.
