The US Department of State announced on 12/1 that it revoked a record 100,000 visas in 2025, marking a 150% increase compared to 2024. This total included approximately 8,000 student visas and 2,500 specialist visas, primarily from individuals who had encountered issues with US law enforcement due to criminal behavior.
US Department of State spokesperson Tommy Pigott identified the 4 primary reasons for these revocations: overstaying, driving under the influence, assault, and theft. The Department of State affirmed its commitment, stating, "We will continue to deport these undesirable individuals to keep the United States safe."
The record number of visa revocations underscores the Trump administration's extensive immigration crackdown. Washington implemented stricter visa review processes, increased social media scrutiny, and expanded screening procedures for all visa applicants to the US.
To bolster enforcement, the US Department of State established the Continuous Vetting Center. This center aims to ensure compliance with US law by all foreign nationals within the country and to expedite visa revocations for those deemed dangerous to US citizens.
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Check-in counter at Ronald Reagan Washington Airport in Arlington, Virginia, on 23/12/2025. *Photo: AFP* |
Earlier, in November 2025, the US Department of State reported that it had revoked approximately 80,000 temporary visas since Trump took office on 20/1, citing a range of violations from drunk driving to assault and theft.
In a separate policy move, the US government previously stated that student visa holders and legal permanent residents with green cards faced potential deportation if perceived as supporting Palestine or criticizing Israel during the Gaza Strip conflict. Washington considered such actions to "threaten US foreign policy and constitute support for Hamas".
Most recently, on 7/1, the US Department of State added 25 countries, primarily from Africa, Latin America, and South Asia, to a list requiring a 15,000 USD bond deposit for entry visa applications.
Duc Trung (According to Reuters, AP, AFP)
