US Visa Interviews Delayed as Training Program Underway

The United States State Department has announced a delay in immigrant visa interviews at embassies and consulates globally, impacting those seeking permanent residency. This postponement is due to a training program aimed at enhancing consular officers' understanding of admissibility criteria, particularly concerning the public charge rule.

A spokesperson explained that this initiative, launched in early August, necessitates adjustments to visa appointment schedules. The duration of the training remains unspecified, leaving many applicants uncertain about when normal operations will resume. Those affected primarily include family and employment-based applicants.

Applicants with confirmed appointments have been notified of the changes but have not received alternative dates for rescheduling. This situation has led to long queues outside the US embassy in Bogotá as individuals seek clarity after their appointments were canceled. Critics, including human rights organizations, have raised concerns about the administration's immigration policies, labeling them as discriminatory.

Source: en.mercopress.com