Indian professionals stranded back home as U.S. visa renewals face inordinate delay
Summary
Thousands of Indian professionals holding H-1B visas face lengthy delays of over 12 months in their U.S. visa renewal interviews due to new social media vetting norms and resource constraints at U.S. embassies and consulates in India.
Key Points
- Thousands of Indian H-1B visa holders in India face delays exceeding 12 months for visa renewal interviews.
- U.S. embassies and consulates in New Delhi, Chennai, and Hyderabad have abruptly rescheduled interviews.
- Delays are partly due to new social media vetting rules implemented by the U.S. State Department.
- The U.S. State Department emphasizes thorough vetting to ensure applicant eligibility and national security.
