SEVIS Termination Megathread
More than 300 international students across the U.S. have had their visas suddenly revoked by the federal government, including at least a dozen students from UCLA. According to UCLA Chancellor Julio Frenk, the university was notified that the visa status of six current students and six former students on OPT had been terminated by SEVP, the federal program that monitors student visa compliance. The revocations reportedly stem from visa violations discovered during a routine SEVIS audit, though no further details have been provided. Some suspect connections to prior arrests, immigration status issues, or even social media activity, but no official explanations have been given so far.
The lack of transparency has caused significant concern on campus. Students and faculty alike are expressing frustration and fear over what appears to be a sudden and unexplained enforcement action. UCLA officials have acknowledged the emotional toll on the affected students and the broader international community, emphasizing their commitment to support and advocacy. Meanwhile, questions continue to swirl about due process and whether these terminations are part of a larger shift in immigration enforcement. For now, students are left waiting for answers in a climate of deep uncertainty.
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What We Know (as of April 3, 2025)
Termination Reports:
Starting around March 24, 2025, several schools reported F-1 students being terminated directly by ICE in SEVIS. These terminations impact the students’ legal status and may be based on:
1. Protest or Speech Activity (Educated Assumption)
Termination reason: “Otherwise failing to maintain status – Terminated under INA 237(a)(1)(C)(i) and 237(a)(4)(C)(i).”
- 237(a)(4)(C)(i): Linked to “serious adverse foreign policy consequences,” possibly tied to speech, protests, or even social media.
- 237(a)(1)(C)(i): General non-compliance with F-1 visa conditions.
2. Criminal Record (Educated Assumption)
Termination reason: “Otherwise failing to maintain status – Identified in criminal records check. Terminated under 237(a)(1)(C)(i).”
- Often involves arrests, convictions, or charges for serious offenses.
FAQ
Are students losing visas over parking or jaywalking tickets?
No.
Speeding tickets?
Only if it involves a felony, like street racing or school zone violations.
Minor traffic issues?
Generally not a reason for termination.
What about false positives or unknown terminations?
Some terminations may result from inaccurate reports, AI-flagged social media activity, or past F-1 violations. We’re still seeing many cases without clear explanations.