U.S. bans Bhutanese citizens from entering country

The United States has added Bhutan to its travel ban list due to national security concerns and a 37% rise in visa violations by Bhutanese nationals. This decision has raised questions about its impact on U.S.-Bhutan relations. Bhutanese travelers will now face stricter visa approvals, longer processing times, and increased scrutiny. This makes it more difficult for students, professionals, and tourists from Bhutan to enter the U.S. Bhutan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has requested a review of the ban, arguing that Bhutanese citizens do not pose a significant security threat. Other countries, including Laos and Mongolia, have also been added to the travel ban list.