{"id":7023,"date":"2025-06-05T08:22:46","date_gmt":"2025-06-05T07:22:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.usgreencardoffice.com\/blog?p=7023"},"modified":"2025-07-03T07:20:50","modified_gmt":"2025-07-03T06:20:50","slug":"trump-travel-ban-diversity-visa-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.usgreencardoffice.com\/blog\/trump-travel-ban-diversity-visa-2025","title":{"rendered":"Trump Travel Ban Diversity Visa Program 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"understanding-trumps-new-travel-ban-and-its-impact-on-the-diversity-visa-program\">Understanding Trump\u2019s New Travel Ban and Its Impact <br>on the Diversity Visa Program. Who is affected?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">President Donald Trump has recently announced a significant Trump Travel Ban affecting citizens from several countries. This announcement has understandably caused concern among many potential and current applicants of the Diversity Visa (DV) Program. Here, we aim to clearly explain what this travel ban entails, which countries it affects, and importantly, how this impacts individuals involved with or considering applying to the DV Program under the Trump Travel Ban.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:38px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\" id=\"rank-math-toc\">\n    <h2 style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\">Table of Contents<\/h2>\n    <nav>\n        <ul style=\"padding-left: 20px;\">\n            <li style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\">\n                <a href=\"#understanding-trumps-new-travel-ban-and-its-impact-on-the-diversity-visa-program\">Understanding Trump\u2019s New Travel Ban and Its Impact on the Diversity Visa Program. Who is affected?<\/a>\n                    <li style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"><a href=\"#what-is-the-new-travel-ban\">What is the New Travel Ban?<\/a><\/li>\n                    <li style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"><a href=\"#presidential-statement-video-introduction\">Presidential Statement \u2013 Video Introduction<\/a><\/li>\n                    <li style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"><a href=\"#which-countries-are-affected\">Which Countries Are Affected by the Trump Travel Ban?<\/a><\/li>\n                    <li style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"><a href=\"#why-were-these-countries-chosen\">Why Were These Countries Chosen?<\/a><\/li>\n                    <li style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"><a href=\"#what-does-this-mean-for-diversity-visa-applicants\">What Does This Mean for Diversity Visa Applicants?<\/a><\/li>\n                    <li style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"><a href=\"#important-reminder-this-ban-may-be-temporary-1\">Important Reminder: The Trump Travel Ban is Temporary<\/a><\/li>\n                    <li style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"><a href=\"#stay-informed-and-prepared\">Stay Informed and Prepared<\/a><\/li>\n                    <li style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"><a href=\"#why-the-diversity-visa-program-is-so-valuable\">Why the Diversity Visa Program is your best choice to get a Green Card<\/a><\/li>\n                <\/ul>\n            <\/li>\n        <\/ul>\n    <\/nav>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.usgreencardoffice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Trump-Travel-ban-1024x683.png\" alt=\"Trump travel ban\" class=\"wp-image-7025\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.usgreencardoffice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Trump-Travel-ban-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.usgreencardoffice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Trump-Travel-ban-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.usgreencardoffice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Trump-Travel-ban-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/www.usgreencardoffice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Trump-Travel-ban.png 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-is-the-new-travel-ban\">What is the New Travel Ban?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Trump Travel Ban restricts or prohibits entry into the United States for citizens from specified countries. The recent proclamation from President Trump aims to tighten entry restrictions based on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.whitehouse.gov\/presidential-actions\/2025\/01\/protecting-the-united-states-from-foreign-terrorists-and-othernational-security-and-public-safety-threats\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">national security concerns<\/a>, visa overstays, and related issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"presidential-statement-video-introduction\">Presidential Statement \u2013 Video Introduction<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s important to remember that the President of the United States has a primary duty to protect the safety and security of the country. This is often the reason behind temporary restrictions like the one recently introduced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Below is a video where President Donald Trump explains the reasoning behind the new Trump Travel Ban executive order and travel limitations. While these measures are focused on national security, they do not aim to block legal immigration. Individuals applying legally through programs like the Diversity Visa are still being considered, even if they are from countries currently under travel restrictions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:32px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-stretch is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:200px\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"President Donald J. Trump Signs Travel Restrictions Executive Order\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/LUHm8XZ0Nvo?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-stretch is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50px\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"which-countries-are-affected\">Which Countries Are Affected by the Trump Travel Ban?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Total Ban:<\/strong> Nationals from the following countries face a full suspension of both immigrant and non-immigrant visas:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Afghanistan<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Myanmar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Chad<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Republic of the Congo<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Equatorial Guinea<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Eritrea<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Haiti<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Iran<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Libya<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Somalia<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sudan<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Yemen<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Partial Ban:<\/strong> Limited restrictions apply to nationals from these countries:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:35px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Burundi<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cuba<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Laos<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sierra Leone<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Togo<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Turkmenistan<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Venezuela<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"why-were-these-countries-chosen\">Why Were These Countries Chosen?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The primary reasons cited for these restrictions include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Lack of reliable passport and identification systems.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>High rates of visa overstays.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Concerns related to terrorism or inadequate security checks.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-does-this-mean-for-diversity-visa-applicants\">What Does This Mean for Diversity Visa Applicants?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It&#8217;s essential to clarify some important points to reassure DV Program participants:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Already Selected and Approved Applicants:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If you have already been selected in the DV Program and have successfully passed your visa interview at a U.S. embassy, you should not worry. Generally, if your immigrant visa has been issued before the effective date of the travel ban (June 9, 2025), you will still be allowed entry into the United States.<br><br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Applicants Awaiting Interview or Visa Issuance:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Individuals from affected countries currently awaiting their embassy interviews should also remain optimistic. Historically, such executive orders often face legal challenges in U.S. courts, potentially leading to partial or complete overturning of the bans. It&#8217;s important to stay informed and continue preparations for your interview.<br><br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>New Applicants to the DV Program:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Even if you were born in one of the countries listed under the travel ban, you remain eligible to apply for the DV Program as long as your country is on the official list of qualifying countries. As of now, President Trump has not changed this list, and eligibility criteria for the DV Program itself remain unchanged.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"important-reminder-this-ban-may-be-temporary-1\">Important Reminder: The Trump Travel Ban is Temporary<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Executive orders and presidential proclamations, especially those relating to immigration, are frequently reviewed and challenged in U.S. courts. Many legal experts expect that this proclamation will face judicial scrutiny, potentially resulting in modifications or even cancellation of some or all restrictions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Therefore, applicants and selectees should maintain optimism and continue with their DV processes as planned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:28px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.usgreencardoffice.com\/apply\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"245\" height=\"59\" src=\"https:\/\/www.usgreencardoffice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/apply-now.gif\" alt=\"marriage based Green Card\" class=\"wp-image-3087\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"771\" src=\"https:\/\/www.usgreencardoffice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/man-with-no-ban-2025-sign-1024x771.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7055\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.usgreencardoffice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/man-with-no-ban-2025-sign-1024x771.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.usgreencardoffice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/man-with-no-ban-2025-sign-300x226.png 300w, https:\/\/www.usgreencardoffice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/man-with-no-ban-2025-sign-768x578.png 768w, https:\/\/www.usgreencardoffice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/man-with-no-ban-2025-sign.png 1232w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"stay-informed-and-prepared\">Stay Informed and Prepared<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We strongly advise all individuals affected or concerned about this ban to keep their documents in order, continue preparations for their DV interviews, and remain regularly updated through reliable sources. Consulting with an immigration attorney or official U.S. embassy communications is advisable for personalized guidance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For a complete list of qualifying countries for the Diversity Visa Program, please refer to our detailed list on the official DV Program eligibility page on our website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rest assured, the core opportunities provided by the Diversity Visa Program remain intact, and potential applicants should confidently pursue their dreams of immigrating to the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"why-the-diversity-visa-program-is-so-valuable\">Why the Diversity Visa Program is your best choice to get a Green Card<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Diversity Visa Program is a significant and popular route for immigration to the United States, offering opportunities for millions of people worldwide. Its primary goal is to increase diversity in the U.S. by allowing individuals from countries with historically lower immigration rates to obtain permanent residency (Green Card).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Each year, millions of individuals apply for this unique opportunity, recognizing it as one of the easiest and most accessible ways to secure permanent residence in the United States. The simplicity and fairness of the program are key attractions:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Qualifying Countries:<\/strong> Eligible countries are those from which fewer than 50,000 immigrants have moved to the U.S. over the past five years.<br><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Basic Eligibility Requirements:<\/strong> Apart from being from a qualifying country, the only other requirement is either having a minimum of a high school education or at least two years of work experience in a job requiring a minimum of two years of training.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These straightforward requirements make the Diversity Visa Program exceptionally accessible to people from diverse backgrounds and countries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:37px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"Am I still eligible to apply for the DV Program if I\u2019m from a banned country?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"Yes, as long as your country is on the list of qualifying countries, you can still apply.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"What if I\u2019ve already won the DV Lottery and passed my interview?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"You should not be affected and can proceed with your move to the United States.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"Does the Trump Travel Ban change the list of qualifying DV countries?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"No, the list of qualifying countries for the DV Program has not changed.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"Can I still attend my DV interview if I\u2019m from one of the banned countries?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"Yes, you should attend your scheduled interview as normal unless told otherwise.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"Will the Trump Travel Ban be permanent?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"Most likely not. 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The ban may be challenged in court and could be overturned or modified. Trump could also remove the ban when needed.\n    <\/div>\n  <\/details>\n\n  <details style=\"margin-bottom:15px; border-radius:6px; overflow:hidden;\">\n    <summary style=\"cursor:pointer; background-color:#0056a0; color:#ffffff; padding:15px 20px; font-size:16px; font-weight:500;\">\n      What are the basic requirements to apply for the DV Program?\n    <\/summary>\n    <div style=\"background-color:#e9f0fa; padding:15px 20px; font-size:15px; line-height:22px; color:#212529; border-left:4px solid #0056a0;\">\n      You must be born in a qualifying country and have a high school diploma or two years of qualifying work experience.\n    <\/div>\n  <\/details>\n\n  <details style=\"margin-bottom:15px; border-radius:6px; overflow:hidden;\">\n    <summary style=\"cursor:pointer; background-color:#0056a0; color:#ffffff; padding:15px 20px; font-size:16px; font-weight:500;\">\n      Where can I get more help or information about the DV Program?\n    <\/summary>\n    <div style=\"background-color:#e9f0fa; padding:15px 20px; font-size:15px; line-height:22px; color:#212529; border-left:4px solid #0056a0;\">\n      Visit our FAQ page or contact our support team for guidance: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.usgreencardoffice.com\/frequently-asked-green-card-lottery-questions\" style=\"color:#0056a0;\">https:\/\/www.usgreencardoffice.com\/frequently-asked-green-card-lottery-questions<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/details>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:16px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>We encourage you to remain optimistic, informed, and proactive in your pursuit of the American Dream through the Diversity Visa Program.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:42px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.usgreencardoffice.com\/apply\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"728\" height=\"90\" src=\"https:\/\/www.usgreencardoffice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/acf3c043.gif\" alt=\"marriage based Green Card\" class=\"wp-image-4094\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:56px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Understanding Trump\u2019s New Travel Ban and Its Impact on the Diversity Visa Program. Who is affected? President Donald Trump has recently announced a significant Trump Travel Ban affecting citizens from several countries. This announcement has understandably caused concern among many potential and current applicants of the Diversity Visa (DV) Program. 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