Govt asks US to clarify visa suspensionListen to this articleThe Ministry of Foreign Affairs has formally asked the United States to clarify its decision to suspend the processing of immigrant visas for applicants from 75 countries, including Thailand. According to the explanation provided so far, the suspension applies only to immigrant visas, intended for individuals seeking permanent residence and eventual US citizenship. Mr Sihasak stressed that the measure does not affect non-immigrant visas, including those held by Thai students, businesspeople or tourists. However, Mr Sihasak questioned the inclusion of Thailand in the list, saying the number of illegal Thai immigrants in the US is relatively low compared with some countries which are not included in the suspension. "The US government needs to clarify the policy and ensure coordination across its agencies."

Source: Bangkok Post January 15, 2026 18:24 UTC