Timur D
Mar 2, 2026
Will a visa be approved at the interview for citizens of 75 countries that are on the banned entry list?
Hello! Maybe someone knows what to do now, if the I-130 form has been approved. Will the immigration visa be approved at the interview if my country is on the list of banned 75 countries? And what should we do next? Thanks!
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kk hMar 2, 2026
even if it’s approved you won’t get a physical visa until the banned is removed @Timur D
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Waiting LongMar 4, 2026
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Manifest LawMar 5, 2026
If your country is on a current immigrant visa ban list, the consulate can still conduct the interview, but they may not be allowed to issue the immigrant visa. Even with an approved I-130, the case could be placed on hold after interview instead of receiving the visa in the passport. In most cases under a blanket immigrant visa suspension, approval at interview does not mean immediate visa issuance. The next step is usually to attend the interview as scheduled and wait for further guidance from the consulate. If you tell me your country and whether the petition is for a spouse, child, or parent of a U.S. citizen or resident, I can give a more specific answer for your situation. - Attorney Ana Gabriela Urizar If you have any other questions, feel free to ask them in our next Lawfully office hours session! (All information shared here is for general educational purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice or create an attorney - client relationship. Your situation may require fact-specific guidance. For personalized legal advice, please consult an immigration attorney directly.)

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