Hyderabad: Hyderabad sends many students to the US on F1 visas for master’s programs. However, the US Embassy India’s recent warning is forcing them to reconsider their options.
A few of them are even considering alternative countries for their master’s plans.
What US Embassy in India says
Recently, the US Embassy in India wrote on its X handle that students who drop out, skip classes, or leave their program of study without informing their school will face consequences.
It further said that the students’ visas may be revoked and they may lose eligibility for future US visas.
“Always adhere to the terms of your visa and maintain your student status to avoid any issues,” it added.
Hyderabad students’ opinions following US visa warning
Following the warning and considering the Trump administration’s policies for students and immigrants, they are considering alternatives such as Australia, New Zealand, Germany, and the UK.
Some of them are even considering other European countries to avoid the rigid visa policy of the US.
On condition of anonymity, a student in Hyderabad who is preparing for IELTS and planning for a master’s program abroad said that he dropped his US plan after seeing the changing policies.
Another person said that he has already decided to apply to Australia instead of the US.
Deportation by US
Recently, the Trump administration announced that it will pay illegal immigrants in the US $1,000 plus their travel expenses if they leave voluntarily, in an effort to step up its mass deportations.
“Today, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced a historic opportunity for illegal aliens to receive both financial and travel assistance to facilitate travel back to their home country through the CBP (Customs & Border Protection) Home App,” the department said in a statement.
“Any illegal alien who uses the CBP Home App to self-deport will also receive a stipend of $1,000, paid after their return to their home country has been confirmed through the app,” the statement read.
