By Sardar Khan Niazi“We hope routine processing of immigrant visas will resume soon,” Andrabi said–an expression of optimism that resonates far beyond bureaucratic corridors. The suspension or slowdown of immigrant visa processing is not merely a technical issue; it is a human one, with social, economic, and diplomatic consequences that demand urgent attention. For thousands of applicants, visa processing is the final bridge between years of planning and a future long imagined. Students defer admissions, professionals lose job offers, and families endure prolonged separations that strain mental health and financial stability. Restoring routine visa processing is not a concession; it is a responsibility.

Source: The Patriot January 15, 2026 19:42 UTC