The U.S. State Department has suspended the issuance of immigration visas to citizens of 75 countries, including Russia, affecting several thousand individuals.

The U.S. State Department has suspended the issuance of immigration visas to citizens of 75 countries, including Russia, affecting several thousand individuals.

@meduzalive 14 Jan 2026, 18:42

The suspension of U.S. immigration visas for Russians is likely a temporary measure, and those who obtained a visa before January 21 will likely be able to use it to enter the U.S. during the World Cup.

@ostorozhno_novosti 14 Jan 2026, 16:36

The U.S. State Department will suspend the issuance of only immigration visas to citizens of 75 countries, including Russia.

@meduzalive 14 Jan 2026, 16:10

Fox News updated its information regarding the suspension of visa processing in the USA, clarifying that the restrictions apply only to immigration visas.

@ostorozhno_novosti 14 Jan 2026, 15:59

According to the Russian Union of Travel Industry, due to the suspension of visa issuance, the tourist flow from Russia to the USA is effectively stopping indefinitely, despite an increase in the number of Russian tourists in 2025.

@ostorozhno_novosti 14 Jan 2026, 14:52

The USA will suspend visa issuance for citizens of 75 countries, including Russia, starting January 21 for an indefinite period while reviewing visa processing procedures.

@varlamov_news 14 Jan 2026, 14:33

The USA will suspend visa processing for Russian citizens starting January 21, affecting 66 other countries including Somalia and Afghanistan, with mandatory visa denials based on health, age, English proficiency, and finances.

@mash 14 Jan 2026, 14:32

The USA will suspend visa issuance for citizens of Russia and 74 other countries starting January 21 due to stricter applicant screening.

@bazabazon 14 Jan 2026, 14:26

According to Fox News, the U.S. State Department will suspend visa processing for citizens of 75 countries, including Russia, starting January 21 for an indefinite period.

@meduzalive 14 Jan 2026, 14:21

The USA is suspending visa processing for citizens of 75 countries, including Russia, starting January 21 for an indefinite period.

@ostorozhno_novosti 14 Jan 2026, 14:18