In the wake of a large-scale deportation campaign earlier this year, the United States has issued a strong advisory targeting Indian and other international students studying across the country. According to the latest statement from the US Embassy in India, students who skip classes, drop out of their programs, or fail to notify their institutions may face visa cancellation and potential bans on future U.S. visa applications.
This warning underscores growing enforcement efforts by U.S. immigration authorities aimed at ensuring compliance with student visa regulations.
“Skipping classes or abandoning your studies without notifying your institution can lead to visa revocation and could jeopardize your ability to obtain U.S. visas in the future,” the Embassy statement read.
Compliance With Student Visa Rules Now Under Scrutiny
The message from the U.S. government is clear: stay enrolled and attend classes regularly, or face the consequences. The warning specifically targets students on F-1 and M-1 visas, who are legally bound to remain in full-time academic programs and maintain regular attendance.
The embassy emphasized that students must always notify their Designated School Officials (DSOs) before making any changes to their academic status.
OPT Visa Holders Also At Risk
Earlier this month, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) also warned international students on Optional Practical Training (OPT) visas. ICE stated that students who fail to report their employment details within 90 days of starting OPT risk having their legal status terminated in the SEVIS database.
This aligns with a broader campaign by U.S. immigration authorities to track non-compliance and prevent misuse of student visas.
Colleges Urge Caution on Travel and Compliance
In response to these new developments, multiple U.S. colleges and universities have started advising international students to avoid unnecessary travel outside the United States, citing risks of visa denial or revocation upon re-entry. The warnings follow recent high-profile cases of student deportations and airport detentions.
These steps come amid intensified immigration controls under President Donald Trump’s new enforcement directives targeting visa overstay and misuse, especially within the student community.