Overview

• President Trump signed the proclamation on June 5, blocking all entry for citizens of 12 countries as of 12:01 a.m. ET.
• Nationals from Burundi, Cuba, Laos, Sierra Leone, Togo, Turkmenistan and Venezuela will face stricter visa requirements and reduced validity.
• The ban exempts lawful permanent residents and holders of existing valid visas from the new restrictions.
• Case-by-case exceptions for diplomats, national interest cases and other categories will be determined by the State, Homeland Security and Justice departments along with the Director of National Intelligence.
• Venezuela and Cuba have denounced their inclusion in the restrictions and legal challenges are expected once the ban takes effect.