The U.S. government has resumed student visa interviews, but with stricter rules, particularly regarding social media activity.
What Indian Students Should Know:
- Your Social Media Must Be Public: If you are applying for an F (study), M (vocational), or J (exchange) visa, you must make all your social media accounts public. Visa officers will check your posts.
- No Hate Toward the U.S.: If your posts show anger or hate toward the American people, culture, or government, it can hurt your chances.
- Expect Delays: Due to additional checks, the visa process may take longer.
- Applies to All Cases: These rules apply to:
- New applications
- Ongoing applications
- Even those with interview waivers or completed interviews
- Private Accounts May Not Be Appreciated: If your account is private or you don’t grant full access, it may result in rejection.
Our Advice To You:
- Keep a consistent account.
- Don’t delete your accounts suddenly, as this might look suspicious.
- Don’t take rash decisions with your account.
- Be prepared and ensure your answers are aligned to enhance your chances of visa approval.
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Source: MSN