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Obesity, Diabetes Could Lead to U.S. Visa Denials Under New Trump Guidelines

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Immigrant advocates call the policy discriminatory and overly broad, while the State Department says it protects American taxpayers.

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The Trump administration has introduced new rules for consulates and embassies, refusing to issue visas for "special" reasons, RBC-Ukraine reported, citing a CBS News report. The Trump administration has instructed consulate and embassy staff not to issue visas to elderly immigrants, as well as those with certain medical conditions, including diabetes and obesity. According to a State Department telegram sent abroad, such individuals may be cons…

The new rules curtailed the powers of visa officers to make immigration decisions based on the applicant's health status

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Foreign nationals with health problems such as diabetes or obesity may be denied visa applications to live in the United States, according to a government directive issued by the administration of United States President Donald Trump on Thursday.

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Foreigners applying for visas to reside in the United States may see their applications rejected if they suffer from certain medical conditions, such as diabetes or obesity, according to a cable sent by the State Department to embassy and consulate officials. The administration orders visa officials to consider applicants ineligible for several new reasons, including the age or likelihood of being dependent on social assistance. (Read more...) T…

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This November 6, the Trump administration has impacted by issuing a directive that could affect foreigners seeking visas to reside in the United States. According to this regulation, all applicants who present certain medical conditions, such as obesity or diabetes, could face the rejection of their application. YOU CAN SEE: ALERT with work permits, immigrants: AILA announces terrible panorama after drastic end of the extension It is worth notin…

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Mathrubhumi broke the news in Kerala, India on Saturday, November 8, 2025.
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