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 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 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 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 Indians
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More than 200 Grand Prairie High School students marched to city hall on February 13, 2026, protesting ICE enforcement. The demonstration took place despite Texas Education Agency warnings that school…
Universities Face Visa Curbs After Oversight of International Students
South Korea and the U.S. are implementing stricter student visa controls. Korea barred 20 institutions from recruiting for…
Seattle, Jaahnavi Kandula Family Agree to $29 Million Settlement
The City of Seattle will pay $29 million to the family of Jaahnavi Kandula to resolve a wrongful…
Google, ICE, Amandla Thomas-Johnson in Data-Sharing Controversy
The article outlines the legal framework for challenging government requests for personal data in the U.S. It highlights…
South Korea Eases Visa Rules for Students in 16 Technical Majors
A new South Korean trial program eases work and visa restrictions for international students in specific technical fields.…
South Korean Bill Caps Domestic Tuition, Leaving International Students at Risk
A new South Korean bill seeks to lower the tuition cap for domestic students, leaving international students vulnerable…
Trump Administration Defies Judge Over Any Lucia López Belloza
A Babson College student’s removal to Honduras, executed despite a judicial stay, has triggered a legal battle over…
Indonesia Launches Global Citizenship of Indonesia GCI Program January 26 2026
Indonesia offers a flexible cost of living for remote workers, ranging from budget-friendly Yogyakarta to premium Bali. The…
Trump Administration Policies Could Cut Legal Immigration 33 to 50 Percent, Uscis and DHS Say
The U.S. has introduced significant immigration changes involving entry restrictions, shorter work permits, and increased vetting. With major…
How to Claim TCS Refund Using Form 26AS When Filing Income Tax Return (itr)
Taxpayers who paid TCS on foreign remittances must file an ITR to claim refunds. Success depends on the…