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US green card interviews abroad are on hold: State Department pauses immigrant visa interviews worldwide
Covers the week of 24 August 2026 · published 3 September 2026
Updated 11 October 2026.
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The US State Department has put immigrant visa interviews on hold at its posts around the world, reported in the week of 24 August 2026. This affects people waiting for a green card interview abroad, including family and employment-based applicants. No new interview date is promised while the pause lasts, so applicants should expect longer waits.
Reported in the news. The US government hasn’t published it yet, so check the linked report before you rely on it.
Reported by washingtonpost.com: https://www.washingtonpost.com/immigration/2026/08/26/state-dept-pauses-immigrant-visa-appointments-worldwide-says-staff-need-training/
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