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ARTICLE · 18 MAY 2020

Temporary Suspension Of US Immigration: What You Need To Know

The proclamation came into effect on April 23 at 11:59 p.m. (ET) and will be in force for 60 days (but may be extended as necessary). It suspends the entry of any individual seeking to enter the US as an immigrant.

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Below is a summary of President Trump's executive order signed on April 22 to temporarily suspend immigration to the US to protect the jobs of US citizens in light of COVID-19.

(Full text of proclamation.)

Who is affected by proclamation?

The proclamation came into effect on April 23 at 11:59 p.m. (ET) and will be in force for 60 days (but may be extended as necessary). It suspends the entry of any individual seeking to enter the US as an immigrant who:

  • Is outside the United States on the effective date of the proclamation;
  • Does not have a valid immigrant visa on the effective date (i.e., green card has not been approved yet); and
  • Does not have a valid official travel document (such as a transportation letter, boarding foil, or advance parole document) on the effective date, or issued on any date thereafter that permits travel to the United States to seek entry or admission.

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