Central Bank of Nigeria Updates Foreign Exchange Manual, Eases Tuition Remittance Cap
Nigeria now allows higher official tuition remittances for overseas study, but U.S. visa restrictions continue to limit options…
Court Blocks $100,000 Fee as Alaska Districts Seek Affordable H-1B Visas for Teachers
A federal judge blocked the $100,000 H-1B fee on June 8, 2026, ruling it an illegal tax. The…
Quebec Tightens CAQ for Studies Rules, Affecting International Students at MIFI
Quebec updates CAQ rules for 2026: sequential filing for families, higher financial thresholds, and a shift to 100%…
Florida’s 5,000 International Students Face Adjudication Holds as Travel Bans Freeze Plans
A federal judge struck down USCIS holds on work permits for international students from 'high-risk' countries, impacting hundreds…
Stricter Screening for 2026 Visas, but J-1 Slot Cut Claims Unconfirmed
Official 2026 U.S. visa updates focus on stricter screening and B1/B2 bonds, but do not confirm rumors of…
Nonresident Aliens Generally Can’t Claim American Opportunity or Lifetime Learning Credits
Nonresident aliens and most F-1 students cannot claim the AOTC or LLC education credits for 2026 unless they…
How International Students Can Claim Tax Treaty Benefits on OPT Using IRS Publication 901
F-1 students must file 2025 tax returns by April 15 or June 15, 2026. Failure to comply can…
2026 J-1 Visa Tax Return Guide for 1.5 Million Exchange Visitors, Au Pairs, Scholars
J-1 visa tax guide for 2026: Learn how to file Form 8843 and 1040-NR, determine residency, and avoid…
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…
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…
U.S. Expands Social Media Checks for H-1B Visa Applicants March 30 2026
H-1B employers must navigate FY 2027 cap deadlines and strict social media vetting rules to ensure successful visa…
US Mission Says Nigerian Students with Valid F1, J1 Visas Exempt from Proclamation 10998
U.S. Mission Nigeria confirms valid F-1 and J-1 visa holders are exempt from Presidential Proclamation 10998 restrictions and…
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.…