A Lebanese, two Saudis, and an Indian: How the US covertly cancelled several international students’ visas

Even in situations where they were previously permitted to stay and finish their education, students are now being told to leave right away.

 

As the government cancels entry visas and orders students to depart the country, a growing crackdown on foreign students in the US is alarming university administrators.

In contrast to prior procedures, students are now being told to leave right away, even in situations when they were previously permitted to stay and finish their coursework.

 

According to college authorities, the shift may have an impact on international students’ desire to continue their study in the US.

While some students are still uncertain of the reason for their government flag, others have been subject to action for pro-Palestinian advocacy, alleged criminal offenses, or even minor traffic infractions.

On April 3, a person who was detected in a criminal records check “and/or has had their visa revoked” had their legal status terminated, according to the federal database.

According to the same database, a criminal records check resulted in the termination of another Lebanese individual’s legal status on March 28.

Both people used a clause that permits them to obtain practical experience following their studies while in the United States on student visas.

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According to someone with knowledge of the matter,they were employed full-time and apparently had not violated requirements for pursuing work experience.

According to North Carolina State University,two Saudi Arabian students departed the country after learning that their student visas had been canceled.

The school promised to help them finish their assignments from overseas.

One of the students’ roommates, Philip Vasto, claimed that his roommate was a doctoral student majoring in engineering management and that he was not politically active or involved in protests in Gaza. Vasto claims that no justification was provided for the termination of the visa.

His previous roommate has concentrated on pursuing his degree elsewhere since coming home.

He has come to terms with it. Vasto remarked,He doesn’t want to let it take his peace any longer.

In order to discuss recent visa terminations, the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities has requested a meeting with the State Department.

Officials are worried that the pattern may deter international academic interaction, even though it is unclear if visa revocations have increased.