US Stops Processing International Student Visas — Thousands Left in Limbo Amid New Rules
The Trump administration has announced a temporary halt on scheduling new visa interviews for international students seeking to study in the United States. This policy change, effective from May 27, 2025, comes amid expanded efforts to vet applicants’ social media activity more thoroughly before issuing student visas.
Temporary Suspension of New Student Visa Interviews
According to the U.S. Department of State, the suspension specifically affects scheduling new visa interviews for students applying under the F, M, and J visa categories, which cover academic students, vocational students, and exchange visitors respectively. Applicants who already have interviews scheduled are not impacted by this pause.
This temporary halt is part of a broader security review aimed at enhancing vet...