A New Travel Ban Returns in 2025

On June 4, 2025, President Donald Trump issued a presidential proclamation reinstating and expanding a travel ban targeting foreign nationals from 19 countries. Framed as a national security measure, the ban prevents many individuals—including those with family ties, student visas, or employment offers—from entering the United States.

This move echoes the controversial 2017 travel bans but expands its reach significantly. For thousands of families, workers, and students, the consequences are immediate and deeply personal.

Which Countries Are on the 2025 Travel Ban List?

According to the official White House fact sheet, the ban targets nationals from the following countries:

Full Ban: 12 Countries Blocked from Entry

Citizens from these countries are completely barred from entering the U.S.:

• Afghanistan
• Burma (Myanmar)
• Chad
• Republic of the Congo
• Equatorial Guinea
• Eritrea
• Haiti
• Iran
• Libya
• Somalia
• Sudan
• Yemen

Even with valid visas, many will be denied entry from the 12 countries.

Partial Restrictions: 7 Countries Face Limits

Limited entry allowed for certain visa types or categories:

• Burundi
• Cuba
• Laos
• Sierra Leone
• Togo
• Turkmenistan
• Venezuela

Who Is Affected by the Ban?

This Trump travel ban doesn’t just apply to tourists—it affects people from all walks of life:

• Families trying to reunite with loved ones through family-based immigration
• Workers with job offers in specialized fields
• Students admitted to U.S. universities
• Refugees and asylum seekers fleeing persecution

Even individuals who have already been vetted, interviewed, and granted visas or parole may be turned away at the border or prevented from boarding a plane.

If you're from one of the listed countries—or have family who is—your immigration plans may be at risk.

Exceptions to the Ban

The proclamation includes several exceptions:

• Lawful permanent residents (green card holders)
• Dual nationals traveling with a passport from a non-restricted country
• Diplomats and government officials
• Athletes participating in major sporting events like the Olympics or World Cup
• Immediate family members (spouses, parents, and children under 21) of U.S. citizens with approved immigrant visas

These exceptions are outlined in the White House fact sheet.whitehouse.gov

What Happens If You’re Already in the U.S.?

If you’re a citizen of a targeted country and currently in the U.S. on a valid visa or status, the travel ban doesn’t necessarily remove your legal standing—but it can severely restrict your ability to travel abroad or re-enter the country if you leave.

This is especially critical for:

• Green card applicants waiting for consular processing
• Individuals with Advance Parole under programs like TPS or asylum
• Students or workers with expiring visas

You may also face increased scrutiny on pending applications, especially if your case involves one of the listed countries.

Legal Risks: Increased Denials, Delays, and Detention

With this Trump travel ban in place, immigration enforcement may become even stricter for affected nationals. You may face:

• Visa revocations or denials even if previously approved
• Longer wait times for interviews or background checks
• Higher risk of ICE scrutiny for those without permanent legal status
• Detention at ports of entry or denial of boarding at international airports

What You Can Do Right Now

If you or a family member is from one of the countries on the ban list, don’t wait until it’s too late. Here are a few immediate steps you can take:

1. Speak with an immigration attorney about how the ban may affect your case
2. Avoid international travel unless absolutely necessary
3. Consider other forms of relief, including asylum, family petitions, or humanitarian protections
4. File necessary applications (such as I-485 or I-601A) before additional restrictions are implemented

Our Take: Political Move or Security Strategy?

Legal experts and immigration advocates argue that the Trump travel ban is more about politics than public safety. The administration has not presented new data to support the threat level of all 19 countries. Instead, the ban revives a fear-based narrative that disproportionately harms immigrants from majority-Muslim and conflict-affected countries.

“This is shutting the door on people who’ve followed the law, passed background checks, and have sponsors in the U.S.,” says David Rozas, founder of Rozas. “It’s targeting families, not terrorists.”

You Still Have Options — We’re Here to Help

At Rozas, we’ve helped thousands of families and individuals navigate immigration challenges—even under the toughest policy shifts. If you’re affected by the 2025 Trump travel ban, don’t face it alone.

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