⚠️ Attention indian Students: 7 Fresh US Visa Rules & Warnings You Cannot Ignore
As the trump administration’s immigration crackdown intensifies, the US Embassy in India has issued a stark reminder to indian students: your visa is a privilege, not a right. Any violation of US law could lead to deportation, cancellation of your visa, or even a lifetime ban. Alongside this, sweeping rule changes for visa applicants and students are set to kick in. Here’s everything you need to know:
1. Breaking Laws Can Cost You Everything
The US Embassy has warned that if you are arrested or violate any law, your student visa could be revoked, you may be deported, and future visa applications could be denied.
2. Overstaying = Permanent Ban
A recent advisory stressed that staying beyond your permitted time in the US could result in deportation and a permanent entry ban.
3. Third-Party Passport Collection Banned
From August 1, 2025, no one else can collect your passport at visa centers (except parents/guardians for minors under 18, with original signed authorization letters).
4. New Paid Passport Delivery Service
Applicants can now opt to have passports delivered to homes or offices for ₹1,200 per applicant via the official ustraveldocs.com portal.
5. interview Waiver Cuts from september 2
Key visa categories like H, L, F, M, J, E, and O will no longer enjoy automatic interview waivers. Most applicants will now need to attend in-person interviews.
6. Age-Based Exemptions Removed
Earlier, children under 14 and applicants over 79 were exempt from interviews. That exemption is gone—meaning even the youngest and oldest applicants must now appear in person.
7. What Remains the Same
Despite these changes, some rules haven’t changed:
The visa fee remains valid for 365 days from the date of payment.
Appointment scheduling continues on the official portal.
Documentation requirements remain unchanged.
🚨 Bottom Line for indian Students: The US is tightening its grip on visas. One mistake—be it breaking a law, overstaying, or failing to follow updated rules—could put your American dream at risk.
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