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.
Top questions about Students
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 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!What 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 2025
US Plans to Ease Visa Processing for Graduates with Job Offers
In June 2024, the Biden administration announced new measures to streamline visa processing for U.S. college graduates with job offers. This policy, benefiting both domestic and international students, includes simplified…
OPT EAD Approved But Not Delivered: What To Do?
If your OPT or STEM EAD card is approved but not delivered, log into your USCIS account to…
US Expands STEM Fields for Foreign Graduates
The US has expanded the STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT) program, now including fields like environmental economics. International…
Monash University VP Highlights Opportunities for Indian Students
Monash University in Australia offers robust support to Indian students through pre-departure sessions, on-campus services, academic programs, diverse…
Day 1 CPT Eligibility Requirements
Day 1 CPT allows international students to start practical training from their program's beginning. Eligibility requirements include holding…
Impact of Day 1 CPT on Your U.S. Legal Status
Day 1 Curricular Practical Training (CPT) allows international students to start practical training from day one of their…
Understanding Day 1 CPT: What International Students Need to Know
Curricular Practical Training (CPT) allows F-1 visa students to gain work experience related to their studies after one…
OPT Benefits for International Students
OPT provides international students with practical work experience in their field, enhancing skills and career prospects while contributing…
2024 Canada Rule Changes for International Students
In 2024, Canada introduced new rules for international students, including a temporary cap on study permits, new Provincial…
UK Universities Face Drop in International Student Visas
UK universities face declining international student numbers due to policy changes, such as new visa restrictions, and increased…