Ghanaian students in US universities hit by Trump administration visa revocations - Ghana Business News

Thousands of foreign students in US universities face visa revocations. The Trump administration has begun removing immigrants, including legal residents. Many Ghanaians are among those affected.

Some students have been accused of participating in anti-Israel protests. Others received no reasons for their visa revocations. Details about the Ghanaian students remain unclear as universities haven't released information. However, sources confirm that some Ghanaian students are impacted.

The Trump administration claims these students spread anti-Semitism and pro-Hamas sentiments. Students, lawyers, and activists strongly deny these allegations. Some visas were revoked for minor infractions like speeding tickets.

Recent estimates suggest nearly 1,500 student visas have been revoked. The American Immigration Lawyers Association reports over 4,700 removals from the SEVIS database.

To study in the US, applicants need a student visa. The F-1 visa is for academic institutions like colleges and high schools. The M-1 visa is less common and is for vocational training.

Educational institutions must be certified by ICE through the SEVP to accept these visas. The J-1 visa allows academic study with a cultural component supervised by a US organization approved by the State Department.

Many prefer the J-1 visa because it allows spouses to work in the US. All three types of educational visas use SEVIS to provide required information to authorities about international students.

As the Trump administration continues its actions despite court orders, immigration authorities ask these students to self-deport. It remains uncertain how their home governments will respond to this situation.

By Emmanuel K Dogbevi