US travel ban now covers 20 percent of world countries
The Trump administration is significantly expanding its 2025 US travel ban, adding 20 countries, primarily from Africa, to existing restrictions. This policy, effective January 1, 2026, cites national security and public safety concerns, including vulnerabilities in screening processes. The expansion targets countries with alleged corruption and unreliable documentation, impacting both full and partial entry bans.
The Trump administration is significantly expanding its 2025 US travel ban, adding 20 countries, primarily from Africa, to existing restrictions. This policy, effective January 1, 2026, cites national security and public safety concerns, including vulnerabilities in screening processes. The expansion targets countries with alleged corruption and unreliable documentation, impacting both full and partial entry bans.
