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U.S. Restricts Visas for Senegalese Nationals in Late 2025 Over Compliance Issues
Senegalese nationals face broad visa restrictions after the country was added to the U.S. immigration blacklist. The measures have already blocked entry for members of the national football federation.
Jun 4, 11:47 AM·1m read1 source
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Senegal was placed on the United States immigration blacklist in late 2025. U.S. visa except in a few limited cases. Visa applications from Senegal have been systematically rejected since late 2025.
France 24 reported that even six members of the executive committee of the Senegalese Football Federation were denied entry to the United States. Across Africa, many believe it will be difficult for fans to get visas to the World Cup. The fear of visa difficulties is growing in Senegal.
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