Keep the following in mind and act accordingly:
- U.S. visa screening does not stop after a visa is issued. The U.S. Customs and Immigration Service (which includes CBP) continuously checks visa holders to ensure they follow all U.S. state and federal laws and immigration rules. If they don’t, CBP can revoke visas and deport students.
- Breaking program rules and regulations could also have negative implications on your visa status.
- Participating in political activity or events that can be seen as a threat to U.S. national security while in the U.S. presents risk to visa status.
- Posting political or inflammatory opinions on social media could subject a person’s U.S. visa to be revoked.
- Memorize the phone number of a point of contact in case you need help – this can be a host parent or your liaison.