On January 1, 2026, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) issued a new policy memorandum, PM-602-0194, which impacts the processing of immigration benefit applications from additional high-risk countries. This policy builds upon the travel restrictions established by Presidential Proclamation 10998, signed on December 16, 2025, which aims to enhance national security by limiting the entry of certain foreign nationals.
Key Details:
- New policy memorandum: PM-602-0194, effective January 1, 2026.
- Applies to immigration benefit applications from additional high-risk countries.
- Builds on Presidential Proclamation 10998, signed December 16, 2025.
- Aims to protect U.S. security by restricting entry of specific foreign nationals.
This new policy may significantly affect individuals from the designated high-risk countries seeking immigration benefits in the U.S. Need help with your immigration case? Visit QuickFiling.us for professional immigration services.
Source: Greenberg Traurig, LLP