The Trump administration is reportedly preparing to revoke certain B1/B2 business and tourism visas held by people who have applied for—or are currently seeking—asylum. Because this could affect international travel and reentry, potentially impacted people should seek individualized legal guidance now.

• Potential Scale: The reported plan could affect up to 200,000 foreign nationals, making it the largest single mass visa revocation in U.S. history.

• Visas Under Review: Reporting indicates that B1/B2 visas issued between 2016 and 2026 may be targeted when the holder later sought asylum in the United States.

• Current Status: As of September 2, 2026, the revocations had not been formally announced. The plan could still be challenged, revised, or delayed.

• Travel Considerations: Anyone who entered on a B1 or B2 visa and later sought asylum should consult a qualified immigration attorney before leaving the United States. A visa that still appears valid may not guarantee reentry.

• Legal Support: Free and low-cost nonprofit immigration attorneys can be found through the National Immigration Legal Services Directory.

Read the full reporting: The Associated Press has more on the reported B1/B2 visa revocation plan.