FR Regulations & Notices

DOS Final Rule on Visa Ineligibility

8/22/24 AILA Doc. No. 24082206. Consular Processing, Crimes

DOS final rule amending 22 CFR Part 40 related to the effect of certain pardons on criminal-related grounds of visa ineligibility. The final rule is effective on 8/22/24. (89 FR 67857, 8/22/24)

DEPARTMENT OF STATE

22 CFR Part 40

[Public Notice: 12464]

RIN 1400–AF77

Visas: Visa Ineligibility

AGENCY: Department of State.

ACTION: Final rule.

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Cite as AILA Doc. No. 24082206.
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