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.
Rubio Backs Visa Cancellation for Turkish Student Critical of Israel
On March 25, 2025, the U.S. revoked Turkish doctoral student Rumeysa Ozturk’s visa, citing national security. Secretary of State Marco Rubio defended the decision, sparking intense debate over its implications.
Bringing a Pet on an F1 Visa: What You Should Know
Bringing pets on an F1 visa provides emotional support during the challenging transition to a new country, culture,…
Detention of Iranian PhD Student Alireza Doroudi Stirs Concerns
Alireza Doroudi, an Iranian doctoral student at the University of Alabama studying mechanical engineering, was unexpectedly detained by…
Momodou Taal’s Lawyers Seek Court Order to Halt His Deportation
Lawyers for Cornell doctoral candidate Momodou Taal are urging a federal court to halt his deportation. Taal, a…
‘We Keep Us Safe!’: Tufts Student’s Detention Spurs Campus Rally
A Tufts student, Rumeysa Ozturk, was detained on March 25, 2025, during a routine trip to an iftar…
Turkish Doctoral Student Arrested in Massachusetts After Visa Was Canceled
A Turkish doctoral student at Tufts University was detained in Massachusetts following the revocation of their visa, sparking…
Tufts University Graduate Student in Federal Custody, Raising Concerns
An international graduate student from Tufts University was reportedly taken into federal custody on March 25, 2025. This…
Officials Investigate Student Visa Fraud Claims Tied to Australian Athletes
Federal authorities are investigating allegations of student visa fraud involving Australian athletes in U.S. college football. Concerns center…
Gosar Pushes Fairness for High-Skilled Americans Act to End OPT Program
Representative Paul Gosar reintroduced the Fairness for High-Skilled Americans Act to terminate the Optional Practical Training (OPT) program.…
F1 Visa Denials Reach Decade High, Impacting Indian Students’ US Dreams
F1 visa rejections for Indian students have surged to a decade high, posing challenges for those aiming for…