Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:18am on 18 Mar 2025,Tuesday India Global
Indian nationals with H-1B visas, student visas, and green cards are facing increased scrutiny at US airports, with tougher screenings, detentions, and visa delays. A recent policy shift has reduced eligibility for "dropbox" interview waivers, making renewals harder. Attorneys warn travelers of potential months-long exile or permanent re-entry bans. Even green card holders face secondary inspections, with some pressured to surrender residency. Experts urge affected individuals to delay travel and consider remote work plans. "Think twice before leaving the US," warned an attorney, citing growing fears of "extreme vetting" and administrative processing delays.
