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US Visa Rules Tighten for Indian Students and Journalists — Here's What Changes
The Hindu·Sunday, 19 July 2026
The US Department of Homeland Security has changed visa rules for F, J, and I visa categories, citing national security risks from Indian and Chinese students. PhD scholars, journalists, and exchange visitors will all be affected. The policy explicitly names Indian and Chinese nationals as a concern.
Why It Matters
Thousands of Indian students studying in the US, along with media professionals and exchange visitors, could face new hurdles getting or keeping their visas.
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