The US State Department revoked visas and imposed restrictions on executives of a Mexican aerial transportation company for facilitating illegal migration. The actions targeted high officials who organized travel for foreigners, including minors, from the Caribbean to Central America. The US government aims to dismantle trafficking networks through these measures.
On December 3, 2025, the US State Department announced the revocation of visas and imposition of migration restrictions on executives and high officials of an aerial transportation company based in Mexico, without disclosing its name. These individuals were identified for providing travel services primarily designed for foreigners intending to migrate illegally to US territory.
Investigations revealed that the sanctioned individuals organized the transport of migrants, including minors, from the Caribbean and other regions to transit points in Central America. From there, many attempted to enter the United States illegally. The measure is based on Section 212(a)(3)(C) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA), which bars entry to those who may adversely affect US foreign policy.
In a statement, the State Department emphasized its firm stance: “The United States will not tolerate any attempt to undermine our national security or our immigration laws. The Department will ensure that those who profit from illegal migration face consequences, and will act decisively against trafficking networks to protect our borders”.
This action aims to send a deterrent message to the private transportation sector in the region, highlighting the repercussions of collaborating with irregular migration flows. Both sources align on the main details, though one specifies the company as aerial.