According to a document obtained by The New York Times, the Trump administration has drafted a proposal to limit U.S. entry for citizens of several countries, with Pakistan prominently featured on the “orange” list.
This tier subjects Pakistan to sharply restricted visas, allowing affluent business travelers to enter but barring those on immigrant or tourist visas. Additionally, Pakistani citizens will face mandatory in-person interviews to obtain a visa.
The proposal, part of a broader travel ban framework, categorizes countries into red, orange, and yellow tiers. The “red” list, facing a complete ban, includes:
The “orange” list, with sharply restricted visas, features:
The “yellow” list, given 60 days to address U.S. concerns, includes:
Stemming from a January 20 executive order by President Trump, the plan directs the State Department to identify countries for enhanced vetting.
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