Legal experts warn that this move could make the visa process more complex and subjective. Charles Wheeler, an attorney with the Catholic Legal Immigration Network, expressed concern that non-medical visa officers are being asked to make predictions about applicants’ future healthcare costs — decisions that could easily become biased or inconsistent.
Additionally, the revised policy might extend beyond individual applicants to include the health conditions of their immediate family members, raising even more challenges for those seeking permanent residency in the United States.
Critics Question Fairness and Feasibility
Immigration advocates argue that using health as a deciding factor could unfairly penalize people for medical conditions often beyond their control. Others question whether the policy is realistic or ethical, pointing out that it could disqualify otherwise qualified candidates who pose no genuine financial risk to the U.S. healthcare system.
As the debate continues, the potential global impact of these new visa rules has stirred both controversy and concern — particularly among applicants with pre-existing medical conditions.
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