27 States Back Federal Scholarship Tax Credit in One Big Beautiful Bill Act
Twenty-seven states join the Federal Scholarship Tax Credit program, offering a $1,700 credit for K-12 donations starting in the 2027 tax year.
Top questions about J-1 Visa
Answers from VisaVerge guidesHow did the U.S. government handle F-1 and J-1 visa applications for citizens of certain countries starting in July 2025?
Starting in July 2025, F-1 and J-1 visas for citizens of over 20 countries became valid for only three months with single entry, making quick trips home risky.
Read: Policy Shifts Spark Fear, Yet International Students Drive MBA FuturesAre there any confirmed changes to J-1 visa policies in November 2025?
No, there is no sign of any fresh policy targeting J-1 visas in November 2025 according to immigration lawyers.
Read: No Confirmed J-1 Crackdown Under Trump Policies in November 2025How have recent changes impacted the J-1 visa process?
Recent changes include increased document scrutiny and new barriers for international professionals seeking U.S. training, particularly affecting countries removed from the Exchange Visitor Skills List.
Read: J-1 visa issue puts Hematology/Oncology fellowship at risk for doctorWhat are some key elements of the DHS's draft rule regarding F-1 and J-1 visa limits?
Key elements include a fixed four-year limit, an extension requirement for USCIS, shorter grace periods, and restrictions on flexibility for F-1 students.
Read: BU Expands Opposition to DHS Four-Year Visa Limit ProposalAre there any changes to F, J, or I visas under the 2025 Visa Bond Pilot Program?
No Federal Stay Cap for F, J, I Visas Yet, 2025 Update states that the pilot program does not affect these visa categories.
Read: No Federal Stay Cap for F, J, I Visas Yet, 2025 Update
U.S. Protects F1 and J1 Visa Holders from Presidential Proclamation 10998
U.S. Mission Nigeria confirms current F-1 and J-1 visa holders are unaffected by Proclamation 10998, ensuring stability for…
U.S. Visa Overhaul Forces Students and Workers to Rethink F-1 J-1 H-1B Plans
The U.S. is tightening immigration pathways for students and professionals through increased vetting and new wage-based selection criteria.…
Philippine Embassy Warns: J-1 Visa Does Not Lead to U.S. Citizenship
The Philippine Embassy warns Filipino teachers that J-1 visas are strictly for cultural exchange and do not lead…
Philippine Embassy Warns Filipino Teachers About U.S. J-1 Visa Scams
The Philippine Embassy warns Filipino teachers against J-1 visa scams promising permanent residency. These fraudulent schemes often lead…
Is the J-1 Visa Meeting Its Cultural Exchange Goals Amid New Rules?
U.S. authorities have implemented strict new J-1 visa rules as of January 2026, including travel suspensions for 19…
J-1 Visa Exploitation: Modern Slavery Allegations Across U.S. Sectors
The J-1 visa program is under fire for enabling 'modern slavery' through exploitative labor practices. Participants from 200…
Trump Proposes Major US Student Visa Reforms for F-1, J-1, M-1
A DHS draft would end Duration of Status for F-1, J-1, and M-1 students, impose fixed admissions (up…
No Confirmed J-1 Crackdown Under Trump Policies in November 2025
Despite widespread November 2025 rumors, no official U.S. policy has newly targeted J-1 Exchange Visitor Visas. Existing vetting…
J-1 Waivers During a Government Shutdown: IGA, Hardship, No Objection
USCIS will keep processing fee-funded I-612 J-1 waiver applications during a funding lapse, but delays may occur when…