US President Donald Trump has signed a presidential proclamation imposing a sweeping travel ban on citizens from 12 countries, citing national security and vetting concerns. The ban, which went into effect on June 9, 2025, restricts entry for most travelers from these nations, with some exceptions for diplomats, certain visa holders, and other special cases.
Countries Fully Restricted from Traveling to the US:
– Africa:
– Chad
– Democratic Republic of the Congo
– Equatorial Guinea
– Eritrea
– Libya
– Somalia
– Sudan
– Asia:
– Afghanistan
– Myanmar (Burma)
– Americas:
– Haiti
– Middle East:
– Iran
– Yemen
Countries with Partial Restrictions:
– Africa:
– Burundi
– Americas:
– Cuba
– Venezuela
– Asia:
– Laos
– Other:
– Sierra Leone
– Togo
– Turkmenistan
The travel ban is part of Trump’s broader immigration crackdown, which he promised during his presidential campaign. The policy has sparked controversy and debate, with some arguing it unfairly targets certain countries and communities.
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