About the United States

The US is the world's largest economy and immigration destination, admitting people through family, work, top talent (EB-1 and NIW), investment (EB-5 and E-2) and study. But in 2026 much depends on your nationality: since 1 January 2026 almost all visas are suspended for Iranian passport holders, while Turkish and Georgian nationals are not covered by the ban.

Position at a glance (October 2026)

The US at a glance

• Main routes: family, employment (EB-1, EB-2, EB-3), investment (EB-5) and lottery green cards; temporary work (H-1B, L-1, O-1), study (F-1) and investment (E-2) visas.
• Citizenship: after 5 years with a green card (3 years for the spouse of a US citizen).
• Dual citizenship: not prohibited by the US.

Key changes in 2025 and 2026

• A broad travel ban (Proclamation 10998) since 1 January 2026 for 39 countries, with a full suspension for Iran.
• Visa interviews must take place in the country of nationality or residence (since September and November 2025).
• Social media vetting for student and work visa applicants.
• Several restrictive measures (the USCIS hold for travel-ban countries, the 75-country immigrant visa pause, the $100,000 H-1B payment) have been stopped by courts, but appeals are pending. Summary of the changes

Frequently asked questions

Can Iranian nationals get a US visa in 2026?

On an Iranian passport, almost never; since 1 January 2026 all visas are suspended except for narrow exceptions (such as a second nationality or persecuted minorities).

Are Turkish and Georgian nationals covered by the ban?

No. Türkiye and Georgia are not on the ban lists, and all routes are open to them.

Does the US allow dual citizenship?

The US does not prohibit dual citizenship; check your own country's law as well.

Position as of October 2026; US rules are changing very quickly. Consult Imperial's lawyers before taking any step.