Overview

• The U.S. State Department announced visa restrictions on owners, executives, and senior officials of Indian travel agencies accused of knowingly aiding illegal immigration.
• The policy applies globally, impacting even individuals eligible for the Visa Waiver Program, as part of efforts to disrupt human smuggling and trafficking networks.
• Mission India’s Consular Affairs and Diplomatic Security Service is actively identifying and targeting facilitators of illegal immigration across U.S. embassies and consulates in India.
• The U.S. Embassy in India reiterated warnings that overstaying visas could result in deportation and permanent entry bans to the United States.
• These measures are part of a broader Trump administration initiative, which includes stepped-up deportations, stricter visa norms, and expanded enforcement to curb unauthorized migration.