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'US visa is a privilege, not a right': US Embassy in India warns students of visa cancellation for law violations

  • The US Embassy in New Delhi posted on X warning international students from India that entry into the US is not an entitlement and visa holders must comply with laws.
  • Amid increased scrutiny of immigration compliance, US agencies have, in recent years, stepped up monitoring of visa conditions including adherence to local laws, employment restrictions and enrolment requirements.
  • The embassy stressed `A US visa is a privilege, not a right` and urged students to be cautious, warning legal violations could have serious consequences for their visas.
  • Arrests or legal violations may trigger visa revocation, deportation and long-term ineligibility for students who are arrested or violate laws from India, a major source of international students.
  • The embassy urged students to `Follow the rules and don't jeopardize your travel`, framing the advisory as practical guidance for current and prospective visa holders from India amid increased oversight by US agencies in recent years.
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India Today broke the news in India on Wednesday, January 7, 2026.
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