Trump administration begins social media screening of H-1B visa holders from today— here’s what to expect

The Trump administration has begun implementing stricter screening and vetting procedures for H-1B visas and their dependent H-4 applicants, effective today, which now include reviewing social media profiles.

Emphasising that a US visa is a privilege rather than a right, the State Department said that it considers all available information during the visa process to identify applicants who may be inadmissible, particularly those who could pose a threat to national security or public safety.