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Department of State’s Enhanced Social Media Vetting & Student Visa Revocations

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We would like to bring to your attention a recent development regarding the U.S. Department of State’s enhanced screening measures involving social media vetting and the revocation of certain student visas. This follows guidance consistent with Executive Orders 14161 and 14188.

Key Points:

  • The Department of State is reportedly implementing a new policy for the enhanced screening of F, M, and J student visa applicants through social media vetting.
  • As part of this review, consular officers are instructed to take screenshots of applicants’ social media profiles and store them as evidence in their case files.
  • Consular officers may deny or revoke visas based on activities that conflict with the intended purpose of the visa or indicate unlawful intentions.
  • More than 300 student visas have reportedly been revoked based on this new guidance.

Additionally, visa applicants may face scrutiny if:

  • They have openly advocated for a designated foreign terrorist organization.
  • They were previously in F-1, M-1, or J-1 status in the U.S. between October 7, 2023, and August 31, 2024.
  • Their prior SEVIS record was terminated between October 7, 2023, and the present.

Action Required: Students should ensure that their activities align with the specific requirements of their visa classification. Additionally, individuals should regularly check the email address used for their visa application for any notices of revocation.

For more details and guidance, feel free to reach out to our team at NPZ Law Group.

Contact Information

If you or your family members have any questions about how immigration and nationality laws in the United States may affect you, or if you want to access additional information about immigration and nationality laws in the United States or Canada, please do not hesitate to contact the immigration and nationality lawyers at NPZ Law Group. You can reach us by emailing info@visaserve.com or by calling us at 201-670-0006 extension 104. We also invite you to visit our website at www.visaserve.com for more information. Contact us today.