VOI World/ Desk
The US work permit crackdown has intensified under new immigration guidelines that expand vetting for H-1B and H-4 applicants, including mandatory social media checks. The announcement marks the latest step in the government’s effort to tighten work permit screening.
According to the updated policy, applicants may be required to keep their social media profiles public so immigration officers can assess online activity during the visa process. Officials said the move is intended to strengthen national security and ensure applicants do not pose a public safety risk.
The expanded rules come alongside broader restrictions that have increased visa fees and added stricter scrutiny for employment-based permits. The US government has linked these changes to its wider immigration agenda.
The decision has also created uncertainty among applicants, particularly Indian students seeking employment opportunities after graduation. Some fear longer processing times and higher rejection risks if their online profiles are considered objectionable under the new rules.
While officials say the US work permit crackdown will enhance security, the extended vetting may disrupt career planning for international applicants entering the workforce.
