300,000 Visas Cancelled: Inside The Massive US Immigrant Crackdown| Indians In U.S.

Visa Revocations

The report says the Trump administration revoked more than 300,000 visas over roughly 22 months. The State Department reportedly said visas were being revoked faster than under previous administrations. The figures cited put revocations at about 175,000 by the end of July 2026, before rising further the following month.

The report does not provide a full breakdown by visa type or reason. It notes that visas can be canceled for various reasons, including criminal conduct or violations of visa conditions. Some students reportedly faced revocation after traffic-related or other legal incidents, including cases where charges were later dropped or remained unresolved. The report cautions against assuming that every affected person committed a serious crime or will face the same outcome.

A visa generally allows someone to travel to a U.S. port of entry and seek admission; it does not guarantee entry. Immigration officers decide whether the person may enter under the applicable rules and circumstances.

Naturalization Delays

Pending naturalization applications reportedly reached 813,453 in August 2026, up from about 744,000 in June and more than 778,000 in July. Monthly approvals fell from 18,439 in June to 16,514 in July and 15,349 in August.

More than half a million applications had reportedly been pending for over six months, while the average processing time was 12.7 months. USCIS had not provided a specific explanation for the decline in approvals cited in the report.

India is among the largest countries of birth for people becoming U.S. citizens. About 49,700 India-born people reportedly naturalized in fiscal year 2024. Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal criticized the slowdown, saying green-card holders should not face unnecessary barriers to citizenship.

Naturalization Requirements and Benefits

Naturalization generally requires:

• Five years as a lawful permanent resident, or three years for some applicants married to U.S. citizens
• Residence and physical-presence requirements
• Good moral character
• English and civics requirements, subject to exemptions

Citizenship can provide greater security from some immigration risks, voting rights in federal elections, and the ability to sponsor certain relatives.

Guidance for Applicants

Applicants are advised to submit complete forms, respond promptly to USCIS requests, and keep their address current. Those whose cases are delayed well beyond usual processing times may consider seeking professional advice.

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Presenters and Contributors

The presenter is not identified in the subtitles. Pramila Jayapal is quoted as a critic of the naturalization slowdown.