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New U.S. Entry Restrictions Impact Multiple Countries Starting January 2026

The implementation of new entry restrictions by the U.S. highlights the tightening of immigration...
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  • Impact Level
    Medium
  • Scope Level
    National
  • Last Update
    2026-01-01
Key Impacts
Positive Impacts (1)
Border Security & Screening Contractors
Negative Impacts (7)
U.S. Airlines
Hospitality & Lodging
U.S. Higher-Education / Education Services
Dow Jones U.S. Travel & Tourism Index
Online Travel Agencies (e.g., Expedia Group)
Consumer Spending in Immigrant-Dominant Neighborhoods
Total impacts: 8 | Positive: 1 | Negative: 7
Event Overview

The implementation of new entry restrictions by the U.S. highlights the tightening of immigration policies, affecting both immigrants and non-immigrants from several countries. The measures reflect a broader policy shift towards more stringent border controls and security considerations.

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U.S. Entry Restrictions Take Effect on January 1, 2026
2026-01-02 03:15

On January 1, 2026, new U.S. entry restrictions announced by the Trump administration took effect, applying to both immigrants and non-immigrants. The restrictions are categorized into 'comprehensive' and 'partial.' Comprehensive restrictions apply to five countries—Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger, South Sudan, and Syria—and individuals with travel documents issued by the Palestinian Authority. Additionally, Laos and Sierra Leone, previously under partial restrictions, now face comprehensive restrictions. Partial restrictions are imposed on 15 countries: Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Benin, Côte d'Ivoire, Dominica, Gabon, Gambia, Malawi, Mauritania, Nigeria, Senegal, Tanzania, Tonga, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.

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