'Follow Your Visa Rules': US Cautions Indians Against Overstaying in Country

The U.S. Embassy in India has issued a firm reminder to Indian visa holders: adhere to your visa conditions and authorised stay period. Overstaying beyond your I‑94 “Admit Until Date” could result in visa cancellation, deportation, and even permanent ineligibility for future U.S. visas—impacting your ability to study, work, or travel in America.

Overstay Penalties Are Serious

In a post on X, the U.S. Embassy stressed that staying in the U.S. past your authorized date can have severe consequences. Those who violate their visa terms may face removal, loss of visa status, and difficulty obtaining U.S. visas in the future. Overstaying could permanently damage your eligibility for travel, work, or education in the United States.

Political Criticism from Congress

Separately, Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene, representing Georgia’s 14th District, took to X to criticize Indian H-1B visa holders, claiming they replace American jobs. She also demanded that the U.S. stop funding Ukraine in the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Her comments followed those made by former President Donald Trump.

Trump, on Truth Social, targeted India’s oil trade with Russia, accusing India of purchasing oil from Moscow and then reselling it at a profit in global markets. He promised to significantly raise tariffs on Indian imports to the U.S.

India Defends Its Energy Choices

India’s Ministry of External Affairs quickly responded. Defending India’s decision to import Russian oil, the MEA stated this move aligns with national interest—securing affordable, stable energy for its citizens. It described external criticism of India’s trade policy as “unjustified and unreasonable,” affirming India’s right to safeguard its economic security and sovereignty.