Every year on October 1, the US government rolls out new immigration policies and resets its annual visa quotas for the new fiscal year. For applicants in Pakistan, the main changes focus on stricter background checks—including closer review of social media profiles on forms like the DS-160—and updated processing schedules for student, visit, and family-based visas. While the process remains standard, ensuring all details in your application are completely accurate and up to date is now more important than ever to avoid unexpected delays.
