President Trump’s new requirement that immigrant must have health insurance has been temporarily enjoined (blocked) by the courts.   There is a hearing scheduled for November 22 to determine if President Trump’s requirement of health insurance will be allowed.

This, of course, somewhat changes what I had written below on October 25.   But it doesn’t remove the fact that the Embassies and Consulates, and maybe USCIS, seem to be taking a closer look at a visa applicant’s ability to pay their own way in the United States — and having insurance coverage is one thing they may look at even if they can’t “require” it.

I hope this is interesting and helpful.   Remember that this is not legal advice.  It is just a summary of certain aspects of immigration law which may or may not apply to your situation.   I encourage you to consulate an attorney if you think any of this may apply to your situation.

Gunnar Armstrong