US set for largest mass visa revocation, targeting 200,000 foreigners: officials
- Posted on August 24, 2026
- By South China Morning Post
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In brief
The United States government is preparing to implement an unprecedented visa cancellation program affecting approximately 200,000 foreign nationals. The initiative targets individuals holding B1 and B2 visitor visas who have filed asylum claims or are in the process of seeking asylum protection. This policy represents a significant shift in immigration enforcement, combining visa revocation with asylum adjudication procedures. Officials indicate the State Department will formally announce the decision, marking one of the largest mass visa revocations in recent American history.
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US set for largest mass visa revocation, targeting 200,000 foreigners: officials
The State Department is expected to announce the revocation of B1 and B2 visas whose holders have sought asylum or are now seeking asylum.
