An ICE memo sent to personnel enrolled in the Student and Exchange Visitor Program has indicated that the agency could begin terminating legal statuses on the grounds of visa revocations.
Previously, legal status could be lost for several reasons, including the following:
- Losing work authorization
- Committing criminal acts
- Failure to attend school
Students who were targeted due to the above would typically have the right to due process before the termination of status. The memo is now stating that visa revocation itself, not in conjunction with the above, could be grounds for termination of status.
This announcement comes amid a turbulent legal battle between the Trump administration and international students. Most recently, Trump restored the status of hundreds of international students, noting that his administration will be reconvening to determine a new legal framework for handling these cases.
Contact a Student Immigration Attorney
Given the uncertainty of student visas under Trump’s new administration, it is advisable to contact a visa immigration attorney for guidance on what this could mean for your particular case.
Our team of California immigration lawyers have over 40 years of experience, helping international students secure work authorization, naturalization, and other legal statuses. We remain committed to serving international students and are standing by to provide nuanced guidance on the latest legislative developments. Contact our offices today to speak with an experienced student immigration lawyer.
