The Trump administration is considering extending its travel ban to citizens of 36 additional countries, according to an internal State Department memo obtained by Reuters.
A. This move follows a recent order restricting travel from 12 nations, part of a wider immigration crackdown in President Trump’s second term.
B. The memo—signed by Secretary of State Marco Rubio—warns that countries failing to meet U.S. security and documentation standards may face full or partial entry bans.
C. Concerns cited include:
•Unreliable identity documents
•Weak passport security
•Lack of cooperation in deportations
•Visa overstays and terrorism links
D. Affected countries include Egypt, Nigeria, Ghana, Ethiopia, Cambodia, and 31 others. These nations have 60 days to respond to U.S. concerns before any ban is implemented.
Implications for travelers and businesses could be significant.
We’re monitoring the situation and will update clients as it evolves.
(Source: Reuters, June 16, 2025)
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