Ghana’s Ambassador to the US, Emmanuel Victor Smith, has explained that the United States’ temporary suspension of immigrant visa processing does not apply to non-immigrant visas for Ghanaians, including those for business and tourism.
He noted that the measure does not affect B1–B2 visas, which remain fully operational.
The explanation comes after the American government announced that it will pause immigrant visa processing for nationals of 75 countries, including Ghana and Nigeria.
The diplomat in a Facebook post indicated that the directive is limited in scope and applies strictly to immigrant visas.
“The US State Department confirms that B1–B2 visas will continue. Only immigrant visas are being paused,” he stated.
The US State Department has announced a suspension affecting visa applicants from several countries, including Ghana, Nigeria, Somalia, and others, effective January 21, while it reviews visa screening procedures under the “public charge” rules.
By: Rainbowradioonline.com/Ghana