US Embassy warns Indian visa holders that post-approval surveillance remains active, and violations can lead to revocation or deportation
Getting a US visa isn’t the end of the scrutiny — the monitoring continues even after you enter the United States. The US Embassy in India has issued a cautionary advisory reminding visa holders that their actions are constantly evaluated for compliance with US laws and immigration rules, reported gujaratsamachar.com.
On Saturday, the US Embassy in India released a statement stressing that visa issuance does not conclude the screening process. All visa holders are subject to continuous monitoring, and failure to abide by the law could result in visa cancellation or removal from the country.
The embassy has clarified that visas can be revoked and individuals deported at any time if found violating immigration or legal norms, even after entering the US
As part of ongoing immigration reforms, the US government has tightened its visa screening measures in recent years. One significant change requires all applicants to list social media usernames or handles used in the last five years on the DS-160 visa application form.
The embassy reiterated that providing false or incomplete information—especially regarding social media—could lead to visa denial and even make individuals ineligible for future visas. Applicants are required to certify the accuracy of the information provided before submitting their application.
Further, new visa applicants may also be asked to make their social media profiles public to allow for enhanced background checks and vetting by immigration officers.
The updated guidelines reflect the US government’s broader focus on national security and immigration control, with digital footprint analysis now playing a major role in the vetting process.
