HARARE — The U.S. Embassy in Zimbabwe has issued a stern warning to Zimbabwean travelers, saying that overstaying a U.S. visa could lead to criminal prosecution and a permanent ban from entering the United States.
In a message posted Wednesday on its official X account, the embassy stated:
“If you overstay your U.S. visa, you could face a permanent ban on travel to the United States as well as criminal prosecution. Consular officers have full access to your immigration history and will know about past violations. There is no such thing as an ‘honest mistake.’’
The warning applies to all non-immigrant visa categories, including student, tourist and temporary work visas. U.S. officials said immigration records are thoroughly reviewed during future visa applications.
The embassy urged travelers to strictly follow the terms of their visas, cautioning that even brief overstays can carry serious consequences. The advisory aligns with ongoing U.S. government efforts to tighten immigration enforcement and reduce visa overstays.
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