The pause will allow for “in-depth training” to teach embassy workers how to screen out people likely to need U.S. government assistance.

In a global move, US embassies are postponing immigrant visa interviews as new officers undergo training. This initiative seeks to standardize how applicants are evaluated based on the potential for public charge implications.

People seeking to immigrate to the U.S. are seeing interviews abruptly postponed. Here’s who is affected, why and what comes next.

The pilot program is designed to secure B-visa interviews within 10 days at a premium fee collected by the State Department.

The Philippine Embassy in the United States on Wednesday urged Filipinos to stay updated on recent U.S. immigration and visa policy changes and to ensure

Parents scheduling a US visa appointment for a minor must ensure that the child is physically present during the consular interview.