Trump’s New Travel Ban Shakes Up Entry Rules for 12 Countries
Published Date: 5th Jun, 2025
June 5, 2025 — President Donald Trump has signed a controversial new executive order that bans entry to the United States from 12 countries, effective June 9. The sweeping move aims to strengthen national security by restricting visas and entry from nations deemed high risk.
The Full Block: Which Countries Are Banned?
The order imposes a complete travel ban on nationals from the following 12 countries:
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Afghanistan
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Burma (Myanmar)
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Chad
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Republic of the Congo
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Equatorial Guinea
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Eritrea
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Haiti
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Iran
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Libya
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Somalia
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Sudan
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Yemen
Partial Restrictions: Additional Countries Face Visa Limits
Besides the full ban, the order also enforces partial restrictions on several other countries, affecting tourist and immigrant visas. These countries include:
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Burundi
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Cuba
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Laos
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Sierra Leone
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Togo
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Turkmenistan
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Venezuela
Why the Ban? Trump Cites National Security Concerns
The Trump administration points to several factors for this drastic step: insufficient vetting and screening processes, high visa overstay rates, and worries about terrorism or state-sponsored terrorism originating from these countries. Recent incidents involving illegal immigration and terrorism have been highlighted as urgent reasons to tighten border security.
Backlash and Legal Challenges Expected
The ban has ignited fierce opposition. Critics argue it is discriminatory, lacking in transparency, and reminiscent of the 2017 travel ban that faced numerous legal battles. Immigration advocates warn that affected individuals and families face immense hardship and uncertainty.
What’s Next?
With the ban set to take effect in just days, uncertainty looms for travelers, immigrants, and international relations. Legal experts anticipate challenges in courts, and people from the affected countries are urged to consult immigration authorities about how this might impact their travel plans.
This new policy marks a significant and controversial shift in U.S. immigration strategy, promising to dominate political conversations and legal debates in the weeks ahead.
Date: 5th Jun, 2025
