"Every visa adjudication is a national security decision. Under new guidance, the online presence of those seeking study and exchange visas will be scrutinized."
"Consular officials are directed to look for any indications of hostility towards the citizens, culture, government, institutions or founding principles of the United States."
The US State Department has mandated that foreign nationals applying for study visas must make their social media profiles public as part of a security protocol. This decision is rooted in national security concerns, particularly following incidents where social media activity was linked to violent acts. F, M, and J visa applicants will need to adjust privacy settings, and consular officials will evaluate online presence for any threats to US national interests. The measure reflects an increase in scrutiny of applicants' online behavior during the visa adjudication process.
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