US to require social media screening in revival of foreign student visas

Published June 18, 2025 6:14pm ET



The State Department said Wednesday it will require social media screening of foreign students applying for visas as part of its newly restarted visa process.

The department said consular officers will look out for hostile social media posts aimed at the United States or its interests. All applicants will now be required to unlock their social media profiles for public viewing or risk their application being rejected.

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