Are there visa rejections happening in locations like Texas, Arizona, and California?
03 Aug 2026 · Answered by Disha Roy Choudhury · 1 min read
Yes, visa rejections are occurring in locations like Texas, Arizona, and California. In 2025, the overall F-1 visa refusal rate in the US reached 35%, the highest in a decade, leading to a 17% decline in international student enrollment nationwide.
Texas universities alone are projected to lose $133.2 million/year due to reduced international student numbers. While specific rejection rates for Arizona and California aren't detailed, the nationwide trend indicates higher rejection risks in these states as well.
This increase is linked to expanded travel bans and major event prioritization, which have strained visa processing and impacted US competitiveness for global talent.
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