The U.S. State Department has revoked more than 6,000 international student visas over alleged law violations, overstays, and security concerns, according to a statement to the BBC.
Officials said most of the cases involved crimes such as assault, burglary, and driving under the influence, while about 200–300 visas were cancelled under terrorism-related provisions of U.S. immigration law.
The move comes as President Donald Trump’s administration intensifies its immigration crackdown, with international students among those targeted. Some students who participated in pro-Palestinian protests were accused by officials of engaging in antisemitic behavior.
Earlier this year, the administration temporarily halted student visa appointments, later resuming them with stricter screening rules. Applicants are now required to disclose their social media accounts for background checks.
Visa officers were instructed to flag applicants who express hostility toward U.S. citizens, institutions, or values, or who support groups deemed to pose national security threats.
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