US embassy warns of visa revocation after Indian woman caught shoplifting

Srinagar, July 17: The US Embassy in India has issued a warning highlighting that crimes such as assault, theft, or burglary in the United States can result in the immediate revocation of one’s visa and make individuals ineligible for future US visas. The advisory follows an incident in which an Indian woman was caught shoplifting goods worth ₹1.1 lakh from a Target store in Illinois.

Emphasizing the serious consequences of such offenses, the embassy noted that engaging in criminal activities could permanently block re-entry into the US. The warning urges all foreign visitors to respect American laws and uphold legal standards during their stay.

In a public advisory shared on X (formerly Twitter), the embassy stated, “Committing assault, theft, or burglary in the United States won't just cause you legal issues — it could lead to your visa being revoked and make you ineligible for future US visas.”

Committing assault, theft, or burglary in the United States won’t just cause you legal issues – it could lead to your visa being revoked and make you ineligible for future U.S. visas. The United States values law and order and expects foreign visitors to follow all U.S. laws.