Africa-Press – Sierra-Leone. The U.S. Embassy in Sierra Leone has suspended the issuance of nonimmigrant visas for Sierra Leonean nationals, following a recent proclamation visa ban and restrictions made by President Donald J. Trump.
The official steps taken by the US Embassy affects categories B, F, M, and J, which include tourist, business, student, and exchange visitor visas.
The embassy clarified that only immigrant visas for immediate family members of U.S. citizens will continue to be processed. Those include visas for spouses (IR-1/CR-1), children (IR-2/CR-2), and parents (IR-5), as well as adoption-related visas (IR-3, IR-4, IH-3, IH-4).
The embassy stated that existing visas remain valid. Sierra Leoneans holding valid visas can still travel to the United States and apply for entry at immigration checkpoints, provided they comply with the terms of their visas.
Travelers are urged to use their visas lawfully to avoid penalties or deportation due to overstays. The U.S. Embassy encourages all visa holders to stay informed and adhere to U.S. immigration regulations.
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