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US green card interviews on hold worldwide amid new visa restrictions

The update also leaves student and work visas subject to fresh restrictions and increases scrutiny around citizenship, affecting those planning to study, work or settle in the US.

The South China Morning Post reports that US green card interviews are on hold worldwide, signaling tighter immigration processing for people seeking lawful permanent residency.

SCMP says the broader US move includes new restrictions for student and work visas and puts greater focus on citizenship review.

The outlet frames the change as a narrowing path for legal immigrants planning to study, work or settle in the United States.

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