Over 100,000 Visas Revokes under Trump Administration’s First Year, Tightening Immigration Rules
Los Angeles/Jan 13, 2026
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The U.S. State Department has revoked more than 100,000 foreign visas in 2025, marking a record high and more than double the number canceled in 2024, the final year of former President Joe Biden’s administration, according to official data. The sharp rise in visa revocations follows President Donald Trump’s return to office and his executive order directing tougher screening and continuous vetting of foreign nationals.
In 2024, the department revoked about 40,000 visas. Officials said the majority of cancellations in 2025 involved business and tourist travelers who overstayed their visas. However, the crackdown also affected students and specialized foreign workers.
The State Department confirmed that roughly 8,000 international students and 2,500 skilled workers lost their legal status, largely due to encounters with U.S. law enforcement. Authorities said many cases involved criminal offenses. Among specialized workers, about half of the revocations stemmed from arrests for driving under the influence, while 30 percent were related to assault or similar violent charges. The remaining cases involved crimes such as theft, fraud, child abuse, and drug-related offenses.
Officials said:
- Nearly 500 students had their visas revoked for drug possession or distribution, and hundreds of foreign workers lost status over allegations of child abuse,.
In August, the Trump administration announced a review of all 55 million valid U.S. visas through a newly established Continuous Vetting Center. State Department spokesperson Tommy Piggott said the administration would maintain an aggressive enforcement posture to protect public safety and national security.
The department has also tightened standards for issuing new visas, including enforcement of a revived “public charge” rule, allowing authorities to deny visas to applicants deemed likely to rely on public assistance.
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