The US Embassy in India has announced strict new measures against those who enable illegal and large-scale immigration to the United States. The message, posted on the embassy’s official X (formerly Twitter) account, declared that such actions will not be tolerated.

According to the statement, the United States has introduced fresh visa restrictions targeting foreign government officials and others found supporting or facilitating such migration. The Trump administration has also designated several criminal cartels involved in human smuggling and illegal immigration as Foreign Terrorist Organizations.

The embassy further warned that countries refusing to cooperate in repatriating their nationals from the US will face serious consequences. These include broad restrictions on their citizens’ eligibility to enter the United States.

The post signals Washington’s growing focus on curbing undocumented migration and puts foreign governments on notice regarding their role in managing outbound migration.

In recent months, the overall appeal of migrating to the US has started to decline for some. Rising costs of living, tighter visa scrutiny, and longer wait times have led prospective migrants—especially students and skilled professionals—to reconsider their plans. Several Indian families now view alternate destinations like Canada, Australia, and Germany as more stable options for education and long-term settlement. Experts point out that the American immigration system’s backlog and shifting enforcement tone are shaping perceptions of the US as less of a dream destination and more of a challenging route.