U.S. Travel Warnings for Green Card, H-1B, and F-1 Holders: Is It Safe to Leave?
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U.S. Travel Warnings for Green Card, H-1B, and F-1 Holders: Is It Safe to Leave?

U.S. immigration attorneys are urging Indian Green Card holders, H-1B workers, and F-1 students to avoid international travel as of March 20, 2025, citing a surge in forced residency surrenders and visa delays under Trump’s administration. Elderly Indians are being coerced into abandoning Green Cards at airports, while tightened “dropbox” rules—now a 12-month renewal window—snarl H-1B and F-1 visa processes. Experts warn of “extreme vetting,” with consular officers rejecting applications unpredictably, stranding travelers abroad for months. “Think twice before leaving,” says attorney Kripa Upadhyay, as stories of detentions and lost livelihoods mount. With India off the travel ban list, the advisory still reflects a broader crackdown, pushing long-term residents to secure citizenship fast. Is America closing its doors? This escalating crisis demands attention—share it now. […]