Overview

• The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has started reinstating SEVIS records for international students whose F-1 visa statuses were revoked over minor infractions, such as traffic violations.
• Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has temporarily paused further SEVIS record terminations as it works on a formal policy framework for reviewing and terminating student records.
• Federal lawsuits and emergency court orders have played a key role in halting deportations and prompting record reinstatements for affected students.
• Students with reinstated SEVIS records still face legal uncertainties, as visa cancellations remain in effect and require reapplication for travel outside the U.S.
• Nearly 50% of the international students impacted by visa revocations this year were Indian nationals, highlighting the disproportionate effect on this group.