Donald Trump declared a new travel ban

On June 5, 2025, President Donald Trump declared a new travel ban impacting 19 nations, which is scheduled to commence on June 9. This initiative represents a considerable extension of his previous travel limitations from his initial term.

Countries Affected

Fully Banned (12 countries):

Citizens from the following nations are completely prohibited from entering the United States.

• Afghanistan

• Iran

• Libya

• Somalia

• Yemen

• Sudan

• Haiti

• Myanmar

• Chad

• Republic of the Congo

• Equatorial Guinea

• Eritrea

Partially Restricted (7 countries):

These countries are subject to limitations on permanent immigration and specific visa categories, including tourist and student visas:

1. Cuba

2. Venezuela

3. Laos

4. Burundi

5. Sierra Leone

6. Togo

7. Turkmenistan

The administration points to national security issues, such as elevated visa overstay rates and unreliable passport systems, as the rationale for the ban.

Exemptions

The policy provides exemptions for:

* U.S. green card holders

* Current visa holders

* Certain diplomats

* Athletes competing in significant international sports events, including the FIFA World Cup and the Olympics

These exemptions are intended to reduce disruptions for individuals who have established connections to the United States.