Over 175,000 Visas Revoked by US During Trump's Presidency: What You Need to Know

During Donald Trump's presidency, the US revoked over 175,000 visas due to various criminal offenses, including reckless driving and sexual assault. The Department of State emphasized that these actions were part of ongoing efforts to ensure visa compliance and protect American citizens. Notably, the revocations included cases of serious crimes such as felony rape and human trafficking. Additionally, the issue of birth tourism was highlighted, with over 100 visas canceled for parents seeking US citizenship for their newborns. This article delves into the details of these visa cancellations and their implications.

By Narendra Chaudhary Aug 10, 2026, 23:13 IST

Significant Visa Revocations Under Trump Administration

Washington: On Monday, the United States revealed that over 175,000 visas were revoked during Donald Trump's presidency due to various offenses, ranging from reckless driving to sexual assault.

The Department of State issued a statement indicating that these revocations stemmed from ongoing vetting processes aimed at ensuring that visa holders comply with their visa conditions and do not pose a threat to American citizens.

"During President Trump's administration, the State Department has annulled more than 175,000 visas belonging to foreign nationals who breached their visa terms, engaged in criminal activities, incited violence against US citizens, defrauded Americans, misused the immigration system, or jeopardized national security," the statement noted.

Details regarding the specific countries affected by these visa cancellations were not immediately disclosed.

"Obtaining a US visa is a privilege, not an entitlement. The Department is dedicated to utilizing all available resources to safeguard our communities from those who misuse this privilege," the statement emphasized.

The majority of these visa cancellations were attributed to encounters with law enforcement related to various criminal activities, with the most common offenses being assault, driving under the influence, theft, and drug-related crimes.

"A considerable number of visas were revoked due to reckless driving, sexual assault, child abuse, fraud, embezzlement, and other serious crimes," the Department stated.

Among those whose visas were revoked was a foreign national charged with felony rape and sexual battery, including offenses against a mentally disabled victim.

Another individual, charged with felony kidnapping, human trafficking, and the sexual exploitation of a minor, also had their visa revoked.

The Department also highlighted the issue of birth tourism, stating, "A US embassy in North Africa revoked over 100 visas for 'birth tourist' parents who traveled to the United States primarily to give birth, ensuring their children would acquire US citizenship."

Secretary of State Marco Rubio has identified several foreign nationals as deportable on foreign policy grounds, including a Cuban national linked to a Cuban communist regime influence operation, Iranian nationals associated with the Iranian government, a Laotian child sex offender pardoned by Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, and a Kuwaiti national who expressed wishes for violence against the US President and labeled Americans as his "enemy."