Prince Harry’s visa records were released as part of a Freedom of Information (FOI) request, revealing that he did not receive special treatment when obtaining his visa. The records, heavily redacted and excluding the actual application, include a statement from a Department of Homeland Security official stating that Harry’s immigration process followed standard procedures.
The records show no evidence of government misconduct or wrongdoing in processing Harry’s visa application. A court ruling ordered the release of the documents, after initial denials by the DHS and arguments by conservative groups claiming public interest.
The records also touch on controversy surrounding Harry’s past drug use, which he disclosed in his memoir “Spare”. The US visa application requires applicants to disclose past and present drug use, and such admissions can be grounds for denial. However, it is unclear whether this applies to Prince Harry.
In 2020, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex relocated to California after stepping back from their royal roles in the UK. While Meghan Markle is a US citizen, Prince Harry’s visa status remains unclear. The Department of Homeland Security has denied similar requests for information about Harry’s immigration records.
The release of these documents sheds light on the controversy surrounding Prince Harry’s immigration status and raises questions about his potential citizenship in the US.
Source: https://people.com/prince-harry-us-immigration-files-released-amid-drug-use-admissions-8599514