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The policy, announced on Thursday, aims to reduce what officials describe as the “public health and financial burden” on the American healthcare system.;
It is becoming increasingly tough to get the United States visa with the Donald Trump administration starting to lockdown on the regulations regarding the same.
In a controversial move, the Trump administration has introduced a directive that could make it harder for foreigners with certain medical conditions—such as diabetes or obesity—to obtain U.S. visas.
The policy, announced on Thursday, aims to reduce what officials describe as the “public health and financial burden” on the American healthcare system.
Under the new rules, visa applicants may be denied entry if their health conditions are deemed likely to require long-term medical care or impose costs on public resources.
Critics argue the directive discriminates against people based on health status and unfairly targets those from low-income countries with limited access to advanced healthcare.
Medical experts also warn that conditions like obesity and diabetes are often manageable and should not be grounds for exclusion. Immigrant rights groups are expected to challenge the rule, calling it inhumane and inconsistent with global health standards.
The policy is set to take effect soon, potentially affecting thousands of visa seekers planning to live and work in the United States.
This would essentially mean that people with chronic medical conditions might find it extremely hard to enter the United States. This is primarily due to the medical grounds that are being considered for the issuance of new visas in the United States.