After a weeks-long pause that left many international students in limbo, the U.S. Department of State has resumed F and M visa appointments at embassies and consulates worldwide as of June 18, 2025.
However, students should be aware: the resumption comes with enhanced vetting procedures, including a requirement that social media accounts be set to public for officer review. Applicants may face scrutiny for any content deemed hostile to the U.S., supportive of terrorism, antisemitic, or inconsistent with their visa intent.
Key Points:
-
Appointments are reopening immediately, with prioritization guidelines in place.
-
Public social media profiles are now a requirement.
-
Students are advised to review online content carefully and apply early.
Our firm is closely monitoring these developments. If you or your sponsored employees are affected, feel free to reach outContact Us—we’re here to help navigate the new requirements.
#StudentVisas #FVisas #USImmigration #InternationalStudents #VisaCompliance #ImmigrationLaw #OrtegaMedina
