The U.S. State Department has launched a new online portal allowing members of the public to report suspected visa fraud or misuse, including cases involving employment, student and tourist visas.
The new visa fraud reporting portal, called “Report Visa Fraud.”
The reporting system was introduced under Secretary of State Marco Rubio as the Trump administration steps up scrutiny of the U.S. visa system and H-1B program.
The portal invites Americans and others to submit information about potential violations of U.S. visa laws for investigation. The State Department says reports can include suspected misuse of employment visas as well as student, tourist and other visa categories.
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The move comes days after President Donald Trump signed an executive order aimed at strengthening oversight of the H-1B visa program. The September 18 order directs the State Department, Department of Labor and Department of Homeland Security to coordinate more closely when reviewing H-1B applications and consider whether sponsoring employers have recently laid off, or plan to lay off, similarly situated U.S. workers.
The administration has also extended restrictions on the entry of certain H-1B workers, including a $100,000 payment requirement for covered petitions, with limited exceptions.
According to the State Department’s new visa fraud reporting page, the agency will review information submitted by members of the public and take action when warranted.
“Under the leadership of President Trump and Secretary Rubio, the State Department takes all allegations of visa fraud or misuse very seriously, thoroughly reviewing all reports of visa fraud or misuse and taking prompt and appropriate action to fully enforce U.S. laws,” the department said.
The agency is asking people who submit reports to provide as much information as possible about the suspected fraud or misuse. It said additional identifying details can increase the chances of an investigation.
The reporting form can also be submitted anonymously. However, people who provide their name and email address may be contacted by the department if officials need additional information about the report.
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“We encourage members of the public to provide any and all information regarding potential fraud or misuse of U.S. visas for immediate investigation,” the State Department said.
The department also said information submitted through the portal may be used to initiate or support law enforcement investigations and reviews of immigration actions. The information may be shared with federal, state, local and other law enforcement agencies when appropriate.
The launch adds another reporting mechanism as the Trump administration increases its focus on alleged H-1B abuse, including claims involving employers that displace U.S. workers, misrepresent job duties or wage requirements, or submit questionable qualifications for foreign workers. Those concerns are specifically outlined in Trump’s September 18 executive order.