The US government has recently introduced a new directive stating that all student and exchange visa applicants must make their social media accounts public.
There’s more bad news for international students studying in the US. A report by the Times of India reveals that the US government may soon impose a time limit on how long foreign students can stay in the country.
The rule would also apply to exchange visitors and foreign media representatives. A new proposal has been put forward by the US government in this regard.
New Rule May Be Enforced Immediately
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has sent this proposal to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), which reports directly to President Donald Trump.
Once reviewed, the proposal will be published in the Federal Register, where the public will have 30 to 60 days to submit their feedback.
The final rule will be announced after considering public comments. However, experts believe it could be implemented immediately as an interim measure.
More Challenges Ahead for Foreign Students
Foreign students in the US are already facing difficulties due to strict visa policies. Now, with a possible fixed stay limit, their challenges may increase further.
Thousands of Indian students are pursuing higher education in the US, and such rules add to the concerns of both students and their families.
Since Donald Trump became President, conditions for foreign students have continued to become tougher.
New Visa Application Instructions
Recently, the US government also issued a new guideline requiring all student and exchange visa applicants to make their social media profiles public.
This announcement was shared on June 23 by the US Embassy in India through a post on social media platform X (formerly Twitter).
Stricter Rules for Visa Applicants
The post stated that everyone applying for F, M, or J category nonimmigrant visas must publicly share their social media accounts.
The purpose is to help US authorities verify the identity and intent of individuals under the immigration laws.
