The United States has expanded its travel restrictions, prohibiting entry for nationals of five additional countries and individuals traveling with Palestinian Authority-issued documents. These measures are scheduled to take effect on January 1.
The White House stated that the restrictions are implemented to protect the security of the United States.
Details of Restrictions
The expanded policy includes:
- Full Entry Restrictions: Imposed on individuals from Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger, South Sudan, and Syria. It also applies to holders of Palestinian Authority passports.
- Status Change to Full Restrictions: Laos and Sierra Leone, previously subject to partial restrictions, have been moved to the full restriction list.
- Partial Restrictions Imposed: Applied to 15 other countries. These include Nigeria, Tanzania, and Zimbabwe.