F1Visa
F-1 student visa requirements, SEVIS transfer procedures, work authorization rules, and maintaining status while studying in the United States. Covers initial applications, extensions, and reinstatement.
2026 Tax Guide for F-1 Students: Filing Form 8843 and 1040-NR Explained
F-1 students must file Form 1040-NR by April 15 and Form 8843 by June 15 to maintain tax compliance and protect future U.S. immigration eligibility in 2026.
California Ranks in Top 10 for International Students, Balancing Tuition Affordability and Jobs
Discover the 10 best U.S. states for international students in 2026, ranking California, Texas, and more based on…
Why Every International Student Must File Form 8843 to Pass the Substantial Presence Test
Essential 2026 tax deadlines for international students: Form 8843 is due April 15 for those with income and…
From F-1 to H-1B Visa: When You Start Paying FICA Taxes
Learn how the F-1 to H-1B transition affects FICA, residency status, and treaty benefits in 2026. Manage payroll…
Auditor General of Canada Flags 98% Student Direct Stream Approvals at IRCC
Auditor General Karen Hogan faults Canada for approving 98% of Indian student visas in 2024 despite known fraud…
University of North Texas Slashes 70+ Programs to Close $45M Deficit
UNT is cutting 70+ programs to address a $45M deficit caused by a drop in international enrollment and…
Organized Crime, Student Visa Program and Extortion Shootings Fuel Canada Crisis
Organized crime is exploiting Canada's student visa program to recruit vulnerable students into extortion squads, prompting calls for…
Top U.S. Colleges Demand F-1, I-20, Credible Funding Plan Before Applying
The 2026 U.S. News rankings crown Princeton No. 1, but international students must weigh prestige against F-1 visa…
Oracle Layoffs Put H-1B Workers and F-1 Students on OPT at Risk in Tight Tech Job Market
Oracle's reported 30,000 job cuts signal a tightening tech market, leaving H-1B and F-1 workers with a 60-day…
Judge Dismisses Babson Student’s Case After She Refuses ICE-Arranged Return Flight at Logan
A judge dismissed a deported student's lawsuit after she refused an ICE flight, citing lost jurisdiction. The case…