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US Embassy announces rigorous security checks for visa applicants

publish time

15/04/2025

publish time

15/04/2025

US Embassy announces rigorous security checks for visa applicants
All visa applicants are to undergo enhanced security reviews, says the US Embassy in Kuwait.
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KUWAIT CITY, April 15: The U.S. Embassy in the country has stated that every visa applicant will undergo thorough security checks, including a review of law enforcement and counterterrorism databases.

In a statement posted on its official 'X' account (formerly Twitter), the embassy emphasized that "U.S. national security is a top priority."

The embassy further clarified that visas will not be issued until all security concerns have been fully addressed, highlighting that preventing travel for individuals who may pose a threat is crucial for safeguarding American citizens at home.