Trump Cancellation of 175K Visas Brings Uncertainty for Indian F-1 Students

The Trump administration has cancelled 175,000 visas, leaving Indian F-1 students in the US with serious concerns. One major issue is working without authorization - F-1 students are only permitted to work under specific arrangements such as Optional Practical Training and Curricular Practical Training. Any unauthorized work puts their visa at risk of cancellation.

Another crucial aspect is overstaying their allowed period - every visa comes with a validity period, and remaining in the country beyond that can lead to cancellation. Students should not rely solely on the expiry date printed on their visa, but understand exactly how long they are legally permitted to stay.

The administration has also warned about providing false information during the visa or immigration process - submitting incorrect details can have serious consequences. This includes paperwork issues and even arrests for certain offences like driving under the influence.