Students
International student visa news covering F-1 regulations, SEVIS requirements, university enrollment policies, and post-graduation work options. Includes OPT, CPT, and STEM extension updates.
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Answers from VisaVerge guidesHow should international students plan for potential shifts in immigration status?
Students should have a plan for two paths: stay in the United States or leave quickly to preserve option value and minimize irreversible commitments.
Read: How Fixed Immigration Periods Shape International Students' Investment FlexibilityHow has visa issuance for international students changed in early 2025?
Visa issuance for students fell more than 30% in early 2025 as enforcement and scrutiny increased.
Read: Hardening U.S. Social Climate Forces International Students to Reconsider U.S. UniversitiesWhat potential changes could impact student visas for Indian immigrants under Project 2025?
Project 2025 proposes restrictions on student visas, which could disrupt the pathway to permanent residency for many skilled Indian students at U.S. universities.
Read: Trump Administration's Plans May Deepen Green Card Waits for IndiansWhat are some challenges faced by Indian and Chinese students applying for F-1 visas as of early 2025?
Both countries face appointment backlogs, interview freezes, and extra vetting procedures, leading to delays and increased risks in visa approvals as of early 2025.
Read: China and India Account for 60% of U.S. F-1 Visa Decline in 2025What options are available to international students facing these visa changes?
International students can either withdraw their offers and receive a refund or defer their offers.
Read: Why Australian Universities Urgently Tell International Students to Back Out Now!
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Indian Founder Anjali Sardana Scales Pronto to $100 Million Valuation in Home Services
Pronto raises $25M at a $100M valuation to formalize India's domestic services market, led by 23-year-old entrepreneur Anjali…
200+ Columbia Students and Faculty Sign Open Letter Opposing Undergraduate Expansion
Columbia students and faculty sign an open letter to block undergraduate expansion, citing overcrowding and insufficient campus resources…
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…
Teachers Warn Immigration Enforcement Near School Bus Routes Fuels Fear and Absences
U.S. educators report that immigration enforcement near schools and bus stops is fueling high absenteeism and trauma, sparking…
Indonesia Proposes Student Visa Reforms, Drops Letter of Acceptance Fee to Zero
Indonesia announces major student visa reforms, including lower fees, part-time work rights, and simplified application processes to boost…
UK Freezes Study Visas for Myanmar and Afghan Students, Triggering Asylum Claims
The UK has suspended sponsored study visas for four nations to curb a 470% rise in asylum claims…
Burma Campaign UK Urges Shabana Mahmood to Hit Emergency Brake on UK Student Visa Ban
UK suspends study visas for Myanmar, Afghanistan, Cameroon, and Sudan nationals, citing rising asylum claims. Critics call the…
Canada Pledges $100 Million for Indian Students in Talent and Innovation Strategy
Canada launches a major Talent Strategy with India, featuring $100M for scholarships, 13 university partnerships, and streamlined visa…
UK Freezes Student Visas for Four Countries Under Emergency Brake on Asylum Claims
UK suspends study visas for four nations using 'emergency brake' powers following a 470% spike in asylum claims,…