I’ve been a little paranoid with all the student visas being revoked for old issues…even overturned speeding tickets could put you at risk it seems. Does anyone know of any patterns with these revocations? Are they using old infractions as a cover to target politically active students??
I totally understand your concern — the recent uptick in student visa revocations has definitely made a lot of people uneasy. It’s true that even relatively minor past issues (like traffic violations) have been cited in some cases, which adds to the anxiety. However, it’s still unclear if there’s a consistent pattern or if these cases are isolated.
From what I’ve seen and read, while old infractions can technically be grounds for visa scrutiny, it’s rare for something like an overturned speeding ticket to be the sole reason unless there are other factors at play. That said, there have been concerns raised in some circles about students with political or activist profiles being disproportionately affected, especially in sensitive areas like international relations, tech, or public protests. But there’s no official confirmation of a systemic effort targeting politically active students.
If you’re worried, it’s a good idea to keep a clean record, avoid high-risk situations, and consult an immigration attorney if anything in your background might raise red flags. Better to be safe and prepared than caught off guard.