Visa may be revoked if students drop out, skip classes without informing: US embassy in India

The United States government on Tuesday warned Indians studying in American educational institutes that their student visas may be revoked if they dropped out or skipped classes without prior notice.

“If you drop out, skip classes, or leave your program of study without informing your school, your student visa may be revoked, and you may lose eligibility for future US visas,” the US embassy in India said on social media.

The embassy also urged the students to adhere to the terms of their visa and maintain their “student status” to avoid problems.

This comes amid the tightening of immigration regulations under the Donald Trump administration.

If you drop out, skip classes, or leave your program of study without informing your school, your student visa may be revoked, and you may lose eligibility for future U.S. visas. Always adhere to the terms of your visa and maintain your student status to avoid any issues. pic.twitter.com/34wJ7nkip0

— U.S. Embassy India (@USAndIndia) May 27, 2025

Since Trump took office in January, over 4,700 international students have had their permission to study in the United States revoked.

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