Social Media Screening and Vetting for all H‑1B principals and H‑4 dependents, in addition to existing checks for F, M, and J applicants
USCIS instructs to set all social‑media accounts to public so officers can scrutinize posts, activity, and other online information as part of national‑security vetting.
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Starting December 15, consular officers will conduct mandatory online‑presence review for all H‑1B principals and H‑4 dependents, in addition to existing checks for F, M, and J applicants. Announcement of Expanded Screening and Vetting for H-1B and Dependent H-4 Visa Applicants Last Updated: December 3, 2025
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