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.
South Dakota hits: International students fall amid crackdown and visa delays
The 2025 academic year is seeing a sharp decline in international students due to visa backlogs and tougher vetting. National enrollment is down 17%, with South Dakota colleges reflecting this…
Hundreds of International Students Face Uncertain Future After PLC Shutdown
Pacific Link College’s closure on October 8, 2025, requires immediate action from students. To maintain immigration status and…
First-Generation Indian Immigrants: Navigating Dual U.S. Tax Rules
Moving to the U.S. involves managing two tax systems. Indian immigrants must report global income and foreign assets…
Tax Mistakes at Each Immigration Stage: From F-1 to Green Card
The journey from international student to green card holder involves significant tax changes. As residency status shifts, individuals…
Should You Stay for RSU Vesting or Return to India First?
Managing RSUs when moving from the U.S. to India depends on employment continuity and visa validity. Since most…
Trump suspends Diversity Visa lottery after Brown University shooting
President Trump halted the Green Card Lottery following news that a mass shooter at Brown University obtained residency…
Returning NRIs: How U.S. Income Triggers Worldwide Tax in India
Returning NRIs often face unexpected Indian tax on U.S.-source income because Residential Status can trigger worldwide taxation. Build…
How U.S. Tax Residency Shapes Immigration Decisions for Global Movers
Tax residency, set by the IRS, is separate from immigration status and can require reporting worldwide income. The…
UK Visa Changes Tighten Entry; Is Canada, Australia, or US Next?
Major 2025 reforms raise maintenance fund requirements, restrict dependents, tighten Skilled Worker eligibility to degree-level roles, increase English…
Guidelines for Indian Nationals Attending U.S. Visa Interviews
Verify your immigration status before any USCIS or consular appointment. Overstays and unauthorized work can prompt detention if…