This revised version, which President Trump signed out of public view, includes other exemptions such as:
- Any dual national from one of the aforementioned six nations when the individual is traveling on a passport issued by a non-designated country
- Lawful permanent residents of the US (green card holders)
- Those who have been granted asylum or refugee status
In addition, the revised executive order details that the refugee program will no longer single out Syrian refugees — they will be treated the same way as refugees from other nations. The new refugee program will not accept more than 50,000 refugees per year, and does not go into effect until after the 120-day suspension. The 50,000 refugee cap is down from the 110,000 number set by the Obama administration.
According to the Washington Post, anyone who has a visa should be able to get into the country without problem, but when their visa expires, they will have to reapply.
To recap: The major changes in this revised executive order — compared to the prior one — is that there are 10 days of advance notice and the plan excludes Iraq from the ban list. In addition, the new travel ban will suspend the visa process for citizens of the six aforementioned countries for 90 days as the administration analyzes how to enhance vetting procedures.
Read prior posts about the travel ban:
The Trump Travel Ban — New Rules For Immigrants, Refugees and US Citizens
Are Green Card Holders Exempt From the Trump Travel Ban?
Travel Industry Reacts to President Trump’s Immigration Ban
Immigrant Travel Ban Remains Blocked Following Appeals Court Ruling
Airlines Waiving Change Fees For Passengers Affected by the Trump Travel Ban
Homeland Security Halts Enforcement of Immigrant Travel Ban Following Judge’s Order
