As of December 2025, H-1B and H-4 visa applicants are facing a new wave of challenges: sudden appointment cancellations, longer wait times, and stricter background checks, including social media vetting. These changes have significantly impacted applicants in India and other high-volume countries, forcing many to delay travel, employment start dates, and family reunification. 1. Why Are Visa Appointments Being Cancelled? Visa appointment cancellations in 2025 are mostly becau