President Trump Issues New Travel Ban Affecting 12 Countries
On June 4, 2025, President Donald Trump signed a proclamation instituting a new travel ban. The order restricts entry from twelve countries and imposes partial limitations on seven others, citing national security concerns.
This policy is based on several factors, including terrorism risks, high rates of visa overstays, and a perceived lack of cooperation from the governments of the affected nations. The ban is scheduled to take effect on June 9, 2025.
Countries facing a full entry ban include Afghanistan, Iran, Myanmar, and Somalia. The proclamation makes exceptions for certain visa holders and lawful permanent residents.
Specific justifications are provided for each nation. Afghanistan and Myanmar were cited for unreliable passport systems, while Eritrea and Haiti were criticized for non-cooperation with U.S. deportation efforts.
Iran and Cuba are listed for their alleged sponsorship of terrorism. Other nations, like Venezuela and Turkmenistan, were flagged for poor immigration compliance.
Concurrently, the U.S. State Department updated its travel advisory list. North Korea was added to the “Do Not Travel” category due to the severe risk of arbitrary detention.
The administration has indicated the bans could be lifted if the cited concerns are adequately addressed by the respective countries. This action reflects similar travel restrictions introduced in 2017.
