The Trump administration has paused all immigration applications, including green card and citizenship processing, for nationals from 19 countries. This sweeping crackdown has left thousands facing an uncertain future, with many scheduled appointments suddenly cancelled.
On 2 December 2025, US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) issued Policy Memorandum PM-602-0192, directing officers to halt final decisions on all pending cases filed by immigrants from countries previously subjected to travel restrictions. The move impacts everything from adjustment of status interviews to naturalisation ceremonies.
