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Are you planning a move to the U.S. in 2025? Indian applicants will need to go beyond documents and interview answers. The process now involves deeper checks, including your online presence and travel behavior. Many of these rules are already in effect. Others will roll out shortly. What you do now could affect your outcome down the line. This guide explains what\u2019s changing, why it matters, and how to stay prepared.<\/span><\/p>\n

Indian Applicants Must Share Social Media for US Student Visas in 2025\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n

Effective June 23, 2025<\/span><\/p>\n

If you\u2019re applying under the F, M, or J visa categories, the US consulate wants to see more than just your academic history. They\u2019re now checking your social media profiles, and they must be public. As part of the DS-160 process<\/a>, you must disclose every username used in the last five years. Once reviewed, consular staff can access your posts, comments, and online interactions. This shift is part of the broader US visa rules for Indian applicants, especially those applying under new US visa rules for students.<\/span><\/p>\n

Key Social Media Guidelines for Applicants:<\/b><\/h4>\n