CONSULTORIAUS freezes issuance of immigrant visas for Brazilians.
Understand why immigrant visas are being suspended in the US and learn how to protect your immigration plan.
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- 📌 The US freezes the issuance of immigrant visas for Brazilians: what does this mean?
- ❌ Which visas were suspended with the US freeze?
- ✅ Which visas were NOT frozen?
- 🧠 Other situations not affected by the suspension
- 🔎 What to do now if you have been affected by the suspension of immigrant visas for Brazilians?
- 📌 Conclusion: Information and strategy prevent losses.
- 🚀 CTA — Talk to Serian Vistos
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- 📌 The US freezes the issuance of immigrant visas for Brazilians: what does this mean?
- ❌ Which visas were suspended with the US freeze?
- ✅ Which visas were NOT frozen?
- 🧠 Other situations not affected by the suspension
- 🔎 What to do now if you have been affected by the suspension of immigrant visas for Brazilians?
- 📌 Conclusion: Information and strategy prevent losses.
- 🚀 CTA — Talk to Serian Vistos
📌 The US freezes the issuance of immigrant visas for Brazilians: what does this mean?
On January 14, 2026, the Trump administration in the United States froze the issuance of immigrant visas to citizens of Brazil and 74 other countries, generating anxiety, doubt, hasty decisions, and insecurity among Brazilians regarding this sudden change.
But what does this freeze mean in practice?
👉 This freeze refers to a temporary suspension in the issuance of certain categories of immigration visas. Initially, this news came from the Fox News portal in the United States, as they had privileged information that this freeze would occur, that the State Department is suspending the processing of immigrant visas; that is, it DOES NOT INCLUDE tourist visas, which can be requested normally.
Immigrant visas apply exclusively to those who intend to live permanently in the United States.
In this article, we will discuss the reasons for this suspension.
✅ Non-immigrant visas, such as US tourist visas, business visas (B1/B2), student visas, and other types of visas, will not be affected initially, but we will explain why it's a great time to apply for a non-immigrant visa, because some things may change, so it's safer to apply while it's still available.
⚠️ Important Note! This suspension will occur while the US government re-evaluates procedures, criteria, and screening related to the granting of immigration visas, paying attention to cases where applicants for this type of visa may have access to US government social programs, which would cause a burden on US public coffers.
This pause is temporary, not permanent.
❌ Which visas were suspended with the US freeze?
📂 The freeze affects immigrant visas (Green Card)
It is essential to understand the difference between immigrant and non-immigrant visas, as this is a crucial point that has been misinterpreted by many US visa applicants, especially Brazilians. The explanation follows below:
Immigrant visas ➜ for permanent residence in the USA
Non-immigrant visas ➜ for tourism, study, or temporary work
👉 The freeze announced by the US mainly affects immigrant visa categories linked to permanent residency.
⚠️ Below is an article that discusses this topic extensively, from a renowned company and partner of Serian Vistos.
✅ Which visas were NOT frozen?
Non-immigrant visas, such as:
- Tourism and business (B-1/B-2)
- Student (F-1)
- Exchange (J)
- Temporary work (such as H-1B, L-1, etc.), when not affected by the specific immigration announcement.
These visas were not included in the immigrant visa suspension because the order issued by the US government specifically targeted the processing of immigration visas, not temporary non-immigrant categories.
⚠️ Warning: applying for a tourist visa while intending to immigrate may result in denial if the correct strategy is not followed.
🧠 Other situations not affected by the suspension
👉 Visas already issued before the suspension remain valid:
📌 For people who already have a valid immigrant visa issued previously, this visa is not automatically canceled by the suspension and remains in effect, as long as it has not expired.
📌 Processes initiated within the USA (USCIS): Immigration applications made within the United States, such as "adjustment of status - I-485" — when someone is already in the USA and requests a change to permanent resident — are not directly interrupted by this consular suspension. This process is carried out within the United States with the USCIS (U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services) by those who are already legally in the country, and is therefore not affected by this pause in the issuance of visas for immigrants from 75 countries.
📌Possible exceptions for dual nationality: 👉 If a Brazilian citizen also holds another citizenship, from a country not included in the list of 75 countries, and uses that other passport in the application, it may be possible to continue the visa application.
⚠️ The Biggest Mistakes Brazilians Make During the U.S. Immigrant Visa Freeze
Unfortunately, overwhelmed by anxiety and uncertainty about the resumption of immigrant visa issuance to the U.S., many Brazilians make serious mistakes, such as:
- Applying for a tourist visa to "try to enter" the country
- Omitting previous immigration processes
- Not understanding the difference between a suspended visa and a delayed visa
- Panicing and abandoning the immigration process
- Not differentiating between a tourist visa and an immigrant visa
❌ These mistakes can result in denial, banishment, or permanent damage.
🔎 What to do now if you have been affected by the suspension of immigrant visas for Brazilians?
✅ 1. Identify exactly which visa category you have applied for.
✅ 2. Check what stage your process is at. Is it suspended or just on hold?
✅ 3. Don't try to "change your visa" without professional guidance; evaluate possible legal alternatives with the advice of a professional.
✅ 4. Organize and strengthen your financial documentation.
✅ 5. Plan the next step with legal certainty.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs).
📌 Is the visa issuance freeze permanent?
No. It's usually temporary, but there's no fixed date for it to return to normal.
📌Can those who have already had their visa approved be affected?
Normally not, but delays in issuing or scheduling can occur.
📌Is it still worth starting an immigrant visa process?
👉 In many cases, yes, it is still worth starting the process, provided it is done correctly, with planning and expert guidance.
📌 Conclusion: Information and strategy prevent losses.
This suspension of visa issuance does not mean the end of the American dream — but it requires caution, accurate information, and a professional strategy, relying on good advice from a company that specializes in and is experienced in visas and international travel, memoranda, and immigration planning, which is Serian Vistos' expertise!
👉 A wrong decision now could jeopardize years of planning.
🚀 CTA — Talk to Serian Vistos
At Serian Vistos, we analyze your case individually, strategically, and securely, explaining:
- If your visa has been affected
- what alternatives exist
- and what is the best way to protect your immigration plan?
📲 Contact us now and speak with a US visa specialist.
Your international future deserves professional guidance.
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