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The Digest:

According to reports in Vanguard News, the shifting ground of global policy continues to impact local lives, as the U.S. Department of State confirms all immigrant visa applicants must now attend interviews in their home country starting November 1, 2025.

Key Points:
  • The new rule takes effect on November 1, 2025, ending interview location flexibility.
  • Applicants must now attend their interviews in their country of nationality or consular district.
  • All immigrant visa categories, including family- and job-based visas, are affected.
  • The change is part of a broader effort to tighten immigration rules and oversight.
  • "Rare exceptions" may be granted for humanitarian or medical emergencies.
  • The new rules may lead to longer wait times and higher costs for applicants.
  • Lawyers are advising families and employers to plan to avoid setbacks.
The shifting ground reveals how global policies create complex ripples, demanding foresight from those navigating the path to new beginnings.

Sources: Vanguard News