'If you skip classes or..': Trump administration warns Indian students of visa cancellation of those...
'If you skip classes or..': Trump administration warns Indian students of visa cancellation of those...
The U.S. Embassy in India has issued a strong reminder to Indian students studying in the United States, stressing the importance of following visa rules to avoid serious consequences. In a post shared on social media platform X (formerly Twitter) on Tuesday, the Embassy warned that international students who fail to attend classes, drop out, or leave their academic programs without notifying their schools risk having their student visas cancelled. Such violations could also affect their chances of receiving future visas to the United States.
The message was clear: students must follow the guidelines of their F-1 visas and remain enrolled in their academic programs to stay in legal status. 'If you drop out, skip classes, or leave your program of study without informing your school, your student visa may be revoked, and you may lose eligibility for future U.S. visas,' the Embassy said. 'Always adhere to the terms of your visa and maintain your student status to avoid any issues.'
If you drop out, skip classes, or leave your program of study without informing your school, your student visa may be revoked, and you may lose eligibility for future U.S. visas. Always adhere to the terms of your visa and maintain your student status to avoid any issues. pic.twitter.com/34wJ7nkip0
— U.S. Embassy India (@USAndIndia) May 27, 2025
Adding to the worry, a number of US universities have cautioned their foreign students against traveling outside the country unnecessarily, saying such travel might hinder re-entry or result in the cancellation of a visa at a time when there is a shifting immigration environment.
The advisory comes as the number of Indian students heading to the U.S. continues to grow. In 2023 alone, the U.S. consular offices in India issued over 1.4 lakh student visas, marking the highest number granted to any country for the third year running. That year, the U.S. Mission in India processed a record-breaking 1.4 million total visa applications.
The United States remains a top destination for Indian students pursuing higher education, but the Embassy's statement highlights the need for students to remain vigilant and informed about their visa responsibilities throughout their stay.
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