New US visa rule from October 1: Expanded social media screening for I, TN and TD visa applicants
- New US visa rule coming into effect from October 1, 2026Starting on October 1, 2026, the US Department of State will check the social media accounts of I-1, TN, and TD visa applicants.
- These visa applicants will have to make all their social media profiles public for review by visa officials.
- Social media vetting is already in place for H-1B/H4, F-1/F-2, J-1/J-2, H-3, K, R, Q, T/U/S visa applicants.
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- New US visa rule coming into effect from October 1, 2026Starting on October 1, 2026, the US Department of State will check the social media accounts of I-1, TN, and TD visa applicants.
- These visa applicants will have to make all their social media profiles public for review by visa officials.
- Social media vetting is already in place for H-1B/H4, F-1/F-2, J-1/J-2, H-3, K, R, Q, T/U/S visa applicants.
Sources: Times of India