By Admin 
A new challenge has come up for thousands of Indian students who dream of studying in America. In 2025, the US government has made many important changes in the rules of student visa F-1, J-1, M-1. The purpose of these changes is to strengthen the security of the country and check the digital activities of the applicants. But this has had a direct impact on the students’ visa process, which has now become more complex and sensitive than ever. Let us know which rules have been changed.
social media check
Now students will have to give information about their social media account of their last five years while applying for the visa. The special thing is that these accounts should be public. If a candidate keeps his profile private, or any objectionable material is found, the visa can be rejected. According to American embassies, this rule has been made mandatory in terms of national security.
Interview process and documents increased strictness
Recently the US has resumed the interview process, but this time with stringent security standards. Now all students will be required to mail their DS-160 form with barcode interview appointment. In addition, all the documents 72 hours before the interview. Such as passports, educational records, bank statements and SEVIS receipt online will have to be uploaded. If there is an omission in it, the appointment can be canceled.
demand for financial evidence is more
Now it is not enough to show only tuition fees or bank balance for the first year. Officials demand that students give full financial details of the estimated cost (tuition, living, insurance etc.) during the entire course. This can make students whose financial condition is limited or whose sponsor documents are not strong.
opt and duration of studies also a strict eye
For students studying on F-1 visa, spending more than five consecutive months outside the US can now cause the cancellation of visa. However, some relief has also been given regarding Optional Practical Training (OPT). Now it has been extended to more courses, so that students can get a better opportunity to work after studies. & Nbsp;
what Indian students will have to do?
If you want to go to America and study, then these changing rules have to be kept in mind. You have to prepare all the documents ahead of time. Social media will have to be kept clean and public and prepare for visa interview seriously. & Nbsp;