Embassy spokesperson Michelle Angulo says deterring illegal immigration is the Trump administration\u2019s top priority.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The U.S. Embassy announced it will end interview waivers for most non-immigrant visa applications to reduce immigration fraud and combat irregular migration. Michelle Angulo, spokesperson and communications and press attach\u00e9 in Santo Domingo, shared the update during a visit to Santiago.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Who needs to show up in person? Under the policy, face\u2011to\u2011face interviews will be required for all applicants, including children under 14 and adults over 79. Angulo said the measure follows the policy defined by the Donald Trump administration to curb illegal migration and deter overstays. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Department of State announced the change on July 25, with an effective date of September 2, when most interviews must be conducted in person. Here are the key dates and limited exceptions at a glance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n