H-1B Visa Appointments Postponed For Many Indians, US Embassy Issues Advisory

Last Updated:December 10, 2025, 08:45 IST

The US Embassy in India has warned visa applicants to attend only their rescheduled appointments, as arriving on original dates will lead to denial of entry.

A representative photo for an H-1B visa (AP)

The US Embassy in India has issued an advisory for visa applicants, after many of the existing appointments were rescheduled or postponed. The Embassy warned that arriving on previously scheduled appointment dates will result in denial of entry.

In an X post, the Embassy stated, “Attention visa applicants – If you have received an email advising that your visa appointment has been rescheduled, Mission India looks forward to assisting you on your new appointment date."

“Arriving on your previously scheduled appointment date will result in your being denied admittance to the Embassy or Consulate," it wrote.

The announcement comes against the backdrop of a sharp increase in visa revocations by the US State Department this year.

In a separate X post, the Department of State reported, “85,000 visa revocations since January. President Trump and Secretary Rubio adhere to one simple mandate, and they won’t stop anytime soon."

The posts underline the Donald Trump administration’s intensified focus on immigration enforcement, visa compliance, and national security.

According to a senior State Department official, more than 8,000 of the revoked visas affected students.

Key offences cited include driving under the influence (DUI), theft, and assault, which together accounted for nearly half of the cancellations in 2025.

While the official did not detail the remaining cases, past explanations have included visa expirations, support for terrorism, and participation in politically sensitive activities.

For instance, in October, visas were revoked for individuals accused of having “celebrated" the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, and international students involved in protests related to the Gaza conflict have also come under heightened scrutiny.

The visa revocations are part of a broader enforcement initiative outlined by the Trump administration, which includes implementing a “continuous vetting" system covering more than 55 million foreign nationals holding valid US visas.

This system is designed to monitor visa holders throughout their stay in the country, ensuring that any violations or changes in circumstances are promptly addressed.

The administration has also intensified scrutiny of H-1B visa applicants, a key programme for US employers seeking specialised foreign talent.

Taken together, the expanded visa revocations, stricter vetting, and widened enforcement criteria illustrate a comprehensive push to tighten immigration controls, enhance national security, and ensure that visa holders comply with US laws and regulations.

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