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US to pause visa processing for applicants from 75 countries amid vetting review

The United States State Department is preparing to pause visa processing for applicants from approximately 75 countries beginning January 21, according to an internal departmental directive. The measure instructs consular officers to deny visa applications under existing immigration law while the department conducts a broad reassessment of screening and vetting standards. The pause is described as indefinite, with only very limited exceptions expected during the review period. The c

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14 Jan 2026 10:31 AM 261 views

US to pause visa processing for applicants from 75 countries amid vetting review

The United States State Department is preparing to pause visa processing for applicants from approximately 75 countries beginning January 21, according to an internal departmental directive. The measure instructs consular officers to deny visa applications under existing immigration law while the department conducts a broad reassessment of screening and vetting standards. The pause is described as indefinite, with only very limited exceptions expected during the review period. The c

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New US visa policy 2025 brings social media checks, higher fees, stricter rules

Indian applicants seeking a US visa in 2025 face significant changes as new immigration rules take effect under the Trump administration’s “One Big Beautiful Bill Act.” These measures, some already implemented and others scheduled for later in the year, are designed to tighten screening and increase oversight of applicants. They affect almost every category of nonimmigrant visas including student, work, and visitor visas, and will require applicants to adjust their preparati

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31 Jul 2025 03:30 AM 1.17k views

New US visa policy 2025 brings social media checks, higher fees, stricter rules

Indian applicants seeking a US visa in 2025 face significant changes as new immigration rules take effect under the Trump administration’s “One Big Beautiful Bill Act.” These measures, some already implemented and others scheduled for later in the year, are designed to tighten screening and increase oversight of applicants. They affect almost every category of nonimmigrant visas including student, work, and visitor visas, and will require applicants to adjust their preparati

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Rising EB-1 Visa Scams in India: What Aspirants Must Know Before Applying

The EB-1 visa, informally known as the Einstein visa, is once again in the spotlight, but this time for troubling reasons. From posts on LinkedIn and Telegram to ads on Facebook, a surge of promotions is targeting Indian professionals with claims of guaranteed EB-1 approval. These marketing tactics are appealing to not just elite scientists and researchers, but also to aspiring immigrants looking for a faster route to a green card. The attention around this elite visa category was recently am

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30 Jun 2025 09:13 AM 886 views

Rising EB-1 Visa Scams in India: What Aspirants Must Know Before Applying

The EB-1 visa, informally known as the Einstein visa, is once again in the spotlight, but this time for troubling reasons. From posts on LinkedIn and Telegram to ads on Facebook, a surge of promotions is targeting Indian professionals with claims of guaranteed EB-1 approval. These marketing tactics are appealing to not just elite scientists and researchers, but also to aspiring immigrants looking for a faster route to a green card. The attention around this elite visa category was recently am

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Social media vetting could disrupt US student visa process

The Trump administration has ordered US consulates worldwide to pause new student visa interviews, as reported by Politico. This directive comes as part of a broader effort to implement social media vetting for all foreign students applying to study in the United States. The move is expected to create significant delays in visa processing and could also put a financial strain on US universities that depend heavily on international student enrolment. According to documents signe

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28 May 2025 00:55 AM 751 views

Social media vetting could disrupt US student visa process

The Trump administration has ordered US consulates worldwide to pause new student visa interviews, as reported by Politico. This directive comes as part of a broader effort to implement social media vetting for all foreign students applying to study in the United States. The move is expected to create significant delays in visa processing and could also put a financial strain on US universities that depend heavily on international student enrolment. According to documents signe

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US to pause visa processing for applicants from 75 countries amid vetting review

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US to pause visa processing for applicants from 75 countries amid vetting review

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New US visa policy 2025 brings social media checks, higher fees, stricter rules

New US visa policy 2025 brings social media checks, higher fees, stricter rules

Rising EB-1 Visa Scams in India: What Aspirants Must Know Before Applying

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Social media vetting could disrupt US student visa process

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Ocean's Deepest Depths May Hold Key to Oxygen Production and Extraterrestrial Life

​DC residents fear retaliation after U.S. airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities

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