US Embassies to Require Visa Applicants to Prove No Public Benefits Need
Administration cites taxpayer protections and continues Trump's immigration policy efforts.
Guidance includes health criteria (chronic conditions, obesity) and financial checks (bank docs, English proficiency).
Family members may face barriers due to reduced visas and access to relatives.
Guidance applies to immigrant visas, not B-2 non-immigrant visas.
Expands public charge definition beyond existing medical exam requirements.
2 months ago