AILA Report reveals that half of the 327 recent US visa revocations impacted Indian students.
By Aniket Chakraborty
Apr 19, 2025
The next highest affected country is China, with 14% of students facing visa revocations.
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Students from Bangladesh, Nepal, and South Korea also among those affected.
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The most impacted US states include California, New York, Texas, Michigan, and Pennsylvania.
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The Trump administration’s crackdown on international students continues, affecting even those without political protest history.
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86% of revoked visa holders had some police interaction, though most cases were minor offences.
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50% of affected students were on Optional Practical Training (OPT) status, making reinstating legal status more difficult.
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Notices of revocation were primarily received by email, with many students relying on universities or ICE for status updates.
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The Indian government has been criticized for not addressing the concerns of Indian students affected by visa revocations.
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In response to the issue, Congress leader Jairam Ramesh has urged the Union Ministry of External Affairs to act on behalf of Indian students in the US.