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Immigration lawyer recommends preparing for illness-related visa rejections

By Radio Bilingüe
Published November 17, 2025

Immigrants applying for visas to live in the US could be rejected if they have certain medical conditions, such as obesity or diabetes, according to a recent directive from the Donald Trump administration.

Alma Rosa Nieto, Immigration Lawyer, explains whether or not it is legal for the Trump administration to reject visas due to illnesses such as diabetes or being overweight.

She recommends that those who have a consular appointment for residency or citizenship seek medical and legal advice.

Alma Rosa Nieto, Immigration Lawyer, says that appealing a visa denial is almost impossible, so you should prepare before your interview with a consul.

Alma Rosa Nieto, Immigration Attorney, recommends having insurance in your country of origin and another in the United States.

In addition, Alma Rosa Nieto, Immigration Attorney, comments that it is important to show that you have savings in case they are needed to treat an illness.

She acknowledges that there are guidelines that must be followed at U.S. consulates and embassies, but that this can be taken to court.

Alma Rosa Nieto, immigration lawyer, clarified that this measure does not apply to everyone at this time, only to those seeking to go to the United States.

Finally, she sends a message to healthy visa applicants to also prepare for the interview.

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