India, Dec. 11 -- The processing of H-1B visas for thousands of Indian applicants has hit a major roadblock after the United States introduced stricter social media screening requirements. A wave of interview appointments has now been pushed into 2026, creating uncertainty for professionals and families planning to relocate for work. On Tuesday night, the US Embassy in India issued a fresh advisory informing applicants that their previously confirmed appointment dates may no longer stand. The embassy said that anyone who has received a reschedule notification must appear only on the new date assigned to them.
"If you have received an email advising that your visa appointment has been rescheduled, Mission India looks forward to assisting yo...