visa applicants
New US Policy Requires H-1B and H-4 Visa Applicants to Make Social Media Profiles Public for Enhanced Security Screening
Dec 04, 2025 03:57 pm CST
Starting December 15, the US State Department will implement new vetting procedures requiring all H-1B visa applicants and their H-4 dependents to set their social media profiles to "public" as part of enhanced security screening. This measure, previously applied only to students and exchange visitors, represents the latest in a series of immigration restrictions under the Trump administration, which has also introduced a $100,000 fee for new H-1B visas and paused immigration applications from 19 countries of concern.
Enhanced Vetting Requirements for H-1B Visa Applicants Under Trump Administration Target Free Speech Concerns
Dec 04, 2025 08:28 am CST
The Trump administration has implemented new vetting procedures for H-1B visa applicants, scrutinizing backgrounds for involvement in content moderation or "censorship" activities. This policy affects both new and returning applicants, requiring consular officers to examine work histories in detail. Tech companies relying on talent from countries like India and China may face impacts as the administration prioritizes free speech protection in its visa approval process.
Team Trump's 'Visa' Warning To Those "Celebrating" Charlie Kirk's Killing
Sep 16, 2025 11:22 am CST
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has warned that the Trump administration would revoke US visas of immigrants who "glorify" political killings like that of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.