Quick Story Summary Beginning December 15, the U.S. is expanding mandatory social-media “online presence reviews” to all H-1B workers and their H-4 dependents. Applicants are instructed to set all listed social media accounts to “public” so consular officers can view posts during visa screening. This builds on similar requirements already applied to student and exchange […]
Scrub Before You Submit: Visa Screenings and the Rise of Social Media Background Checks by the Trump Admin Applying for a U.S. visa in 2025 means more than just paperwork and an interview. Consular officers are now reviewing your social media accounts as part of the screening process, adding a new layer of scrutiny that […]
The high-stakes reality of social media screening Recruiters lean on your online presence long before the interview. Recent surveys show that 70 percent of employers review candidates’ profiles, and 54 percent have rejected an applicant after spotting troubling content and in some industries that figure climbs above 90 percent. Screening does not stop after onboarding. […]
