US tightens visa rules: what you post can now deny you entry

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 what you post can now deny you entryThe United States Embassy has issued a fresh directive thats already sparking serious conversations online. According to the new rule, anyone applying for an F, M, or J nonimmigrant visa thats student, vocational, or exchange visitor visas must now set all their social media accounts to public. Yes, even the Instagram where you only post mirror selfies and Snapchat filters. The embassy said this is part of an updated vetting process to confirm the identity and admissibility of applicants under U.S. law. But heres the part that got everyones attention: If your posts glorify violence, defend ethnic cleansing, or justify barbaric acts for political or religious reasons, you may be denied entry straight up. The embassy made it clear that social media is now a key part of your background check. This move has sparked mixed reactions, especially among Nigerian students hoping to study in the U.S. Some are calling it unnecessary surveillance, others say its long overdue.  The post US tightens visa rules: what you post can now deny you entry appeared first on Linda Ikeji Blog.
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