New Delhi, Jan. 3 -- Beginning January 1, US President Donald Trump's administration imposed a total and partial ban on foreign nationals from 39 countries. "The United States is fully or partially suspending entry for and visa issuance to nationals of 39 countries," a statement on December 19 read.

On December 16, 2025, President Trump issued a proclamation restricting entry to the US by nationals of 39 countries plus individuals travelling on Palestinian Authority (PA)-issued travel documents.

This proclamation, which took effect January 1, 2026, expands on the one from June 4, 2025, which suspended the entry of certain foreign nationals from 19 countries.

The list included countries whose nationals are subject to "full suspension" a...