US Visa at Risk Over Social Media Activity: Students and Workers Warned
Foreign students and workers applying for U.S. visas are facing unprecedented scrutiny as the U.S. government intensifies social media checks. The U.S. State Department has started reviewing the online profiles of H-1B and H-4 visa applicants, as well as students applying for F visas, to ensure that no online activity raises security or eligibility concerns.
Immigration attorney Brad Bernstein warned that visa approvals are now far from automatic. Officers will examine applicants’ profiles across platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), LinkedIn, Snapchat, and even blog posts or YouTube comments. Any controversial post, comment, or inconsistency could lead to visa denial.
Applicants are strongly advised to ensure their online presence aligns with their sta...









