Over 300,000 US Visas Canceled as Federal Enforcement Drive Accelerates
The US Department of State and the White House have revoked more than 300,000 visas held by foreign nationals since January 2025, according to official metrics released on October 20, 2026.
Who faces heightened immigration enforcement
The cancellation drive impacts foreign nationals across multiple visa classes, including individuals who legally obtained entry clearance before having their status reassessed. Federal agencies are actively reviewing foreign students, travelers tied to birth tourism, and individuals flagged for administrative or criminal violations. State Department spokesperson Tommy Pigott confirmed the total, stating the administration maintains zero tolerance for visa holders who commit fraud, break laws, or undermine national security.
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Cancellations have scaled up rapidly over recent months. State Department data showed 175,000 revocations by August 10, 2026, passing 250,000 by late September before reaching the 300,000 threshold in October. Oversight now extends beyond initial entry checks to include continuous monitoring, updated background screenings, and expanded social media reviews for active visa holders.
While a complete breakdown by nationality remains undisclosed, specific operational subsets confirmed by federal officials outline key targets of the initiative.
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| Enforcement Category | Confirmed Visa Revocations |
|---|---|
| Total visas canceled since January 2025 | Over 300,000 |
| Student visa holders (cited for crimes or security links) | 6,000 |
| Birth tourism cases | At least 4,000 |
| Chinese nationals (via Birth Tourism Prevention Task Force) | Over 700 |
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