Amid President Trump’s renewed crackdown on immigration, the US Embassy in India issues a stern advisory against overstaying tourist, student, or work visas.
New Delhi | May 17, 2025 — The United States Embassy in India on Saturday issued a strong warning to Indian nationals, cautioning against overstaying their approved visa durations in the US. The advisory comes amid heightened immigration enforcement under US President Donald Trump’s second term, with new policy changes targeting undocumented and overstayed stays.
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Deportation and Travel Ban Risk
According to the embassy’s official post on X (formerly Twitter), violating visa terms by remaining in the US beyond the authorized period may lead to:
- Immediate deportation
- A permanent ban on future travel to the United States
“If you remain in the United States beyond your authorized period of stay, you could be deported and could face a permanent ban on traveling to the United States in the future,” read the post.
The warning applies across visa categories including:
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- Tourist visas (B1/B2)
- Student visas (F1)
- Work permits (H1B, L1, etc.)
Trump’s Second Term: Tougher Immigration Policies
President Trump, who returned to the White House in January 2025, has reinvigorated his stance on illegal immigration — a key issue from his original campaign. Within weeks of taking office:
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- A national emergency was declared on the US-Mexico border.
- Over hundreds of undocumented migrants, including Indians, were deported in military planes.
- New policies were introduced to tighten H1B visa rules, increase ICE raids, and eliminate birthright citizenship for children born to undocumented immigrants.
Legal Challenges Ongoing
Several of the administration’s measures have been legally contested in US courts, but enforcement efforts continue as agencies act on Trump’s directives despite ongoing judicial scrutiny.
Key Takeaway
Indian citizens holding US visas are strongly urged to:
- Adhere to visa validity and departure timelines.
- Seek extensions or legal support in case of unavoidable delays.
- Avoid engaging in or supporting illegal immigration networks.
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