US visa can be revoked even after approval, warns embassy: 5 mistakes that can get F‑1 students deported
The US Embassy in India has issued a stern advisory: Even after you've secured a visa, your stay is neither guaranteed nor untouchable. They confirmed that visa monitoring continues
post‑approval
—and rule‑breaking can lead to revocation and deportation.
This warning comes amidst a crackdown on immigration and tighter scrutiny of student activities, including academic enrolment, social media use, and any run-ins with the law. Here are five key mistakes that can cost students their US visa.
Skipping classes or leaving your course without notifying
If you drop out, skip classes, or quit your programme without alerting your school, your F‑1 status can be terminated—which means your visa can be revoked and future US visas denied.
Tip:
Stay enrolled full‑time. Keep in close contact with your Designated School Official (DSO) if your plans change.
Violating US laws—even 'minor' ones
You might think a traffic fine or minor arrest isn't a big deal. Think again. In 2025, several Indian students were deported over misdemeanours such as driving without a licence or DUI incidents. Even a parking ticket may trigger SEVIS termination.
Tip:
Follow all local laws carefully. Remember that interactions with law enforcement—even over trivial matters—can jeopardise your visa.
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Social media missteps—old accounts tracked
You must list all social media usernames and handles from the last five years on the DS‑160 form. Omitting accounts increases the risk of rejection or future ineligibility. Worse, posting politically sensitive content—like pro‑Palestinian views—can trigger visa revocation under new 'catch and revoke' policies.
Tip:
Disclose every account. Make your profiles review-ready, and remove or archive any politically charged posts.
Engaging in political activism or protests
In early 2025, numerous student visas were revoked after peaceful campus protests—mainly about Gaza—under alleged terrorism/security grounds. Prominent cases also involved travel by masked immigration officials to arrest activists at havens like Columbia and Tufts.
Tip:
Avoid campus protests or public dissent. Stay aware of evolving rules about campus expression.
Overstaying your permitted time
Even slight overstays matter. Reports suggest more than 4,700 student visas were revoked in early 2025, with many associated with overstays or unlawful presence.
A rise in revoked SEVIS records led to fear, court filings, and uncertainty among students.
Tip:
Track your I‑20 and SEVIS dates. File early for extensions and consult your DSO if your plans shift.
The bigger picture
Student visa approvals have plunged by about 27% between March and May 2025, with only 9,900 F‑1 visas issued to Indians compared to nearly 15,000 in 2023.
US universities could lose up to US$1 billion in revenue due to these policy changes and declining enrolments.
The trend reflects a larger 'privilege‑not‑right' doctrine under the Trump administration's second term—putting student travel and stay under continual scrutiny .
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