Da wird sich manche Großmutter aber freuen

The United States was quick to point out the new visa policy did not represent a change in the eligibility criteria for B-2 visas, which are not granted to those considered potential immigrants or who want to work in the United States.

“Of course, all visa applicants will continue to undergo a rigorous review to ensure they are qualified for a visa. Applicants not qualified for visas will not be issued visas,” said the State Department spokesperson.

In practice, those who get the B-2 visas are generally retired Cubans or those considered to have ties that bind them to the island and make their return very likely.

“The average grandmother isn’t considered a security risk,” said Mannerud.

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