General information about the 2025 travel ban

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In June 2025, the U.S. government announced a “travel ban” that prevents people from certain countries from getting visas and entering the United States. The order says that many people from certain countries are not allowed to enter the U.S. starting on June 9, 2025.

Here are some of the most important things to know about the travel ban:

There are two different types of bans, both with exceptions.Whether you or your family member can enter the U.S. depends on a lot of different factors, including the type of visa you applied for and the country you are from.Every case is different. If you have a question about how this affects you specifically, you should talk to an immigration lawyer.

This article contains general information about the travel ban. If you want more detailed information about what the travel ban could mean for you:

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