The United States Embassy in Islamabad has extended the suspension of visa appointments in Pakistan. According to the latest update, both immigrant and nonimmigrant visa appointments will remain suspended until March 20.
This decision means that individuals who were planning to apply for U.S. visas or attend scheduled visa interviews may face delays. Applicants are advised to adjust their travel plans and keep checking official announcements for further updates regarding visa services.
Despite the pause in visa appointments, the embassy has confirmed that services for U.S. citizens in Pakistan will continue as usual. Routine services, as well as emergency assistance for American citizens, will remain available during this period. The embassy has assured that supporting and protecting U.S. citizens in Pakistan remains a top priority.
The temporary suspension mainly affects people seeking visas for purposes such as travel, study, work, or immigration to the United States. Many applicants who were preparing for interviews may now need to reschedule their appointments once visa services resume.
Officials have encouraged applicants to stay informed by regularly visiting the official website of the U.S. Embassy or checking verified updates through official communication channels. This will help travelers and applicants stay aware of any changes or new announcements regarding visa processing.
The embassy explained that the extension is part of its ongoing efforts to manage visa operations effectively under the current circumstances. While visa services are temporarily paused, the embassy continues to work on maintaining smooth operations and ensuring assistance for American citizens.
Applicants are advised to remain patient and flexible with their travel arrangements until visa appointments officially restart after March 20.
