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U.S. Visa Policy -- Acts of Congress

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Acts of Congress

The Immigration and Nationality Act of 1952, passed by the U.S. Congress and signed into law by the President, serves as the foundation of U.S. visa policy and procedures.

New requirements have been introduced through three recent Acts:


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