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
PERM and Green Card Sponsorship in 2026: Strategic Employer Guide
The H-1B FY 2027 season begins March 2026, introducing a wage-weighted selection system that prioritizes higher earners. With an 85,000-cap limit and high demand, the selection rate remains under 30%.…
Foreign student downturn strains university finances amid policy shifts
A 17% drop in international student enrollment is hitting U.S. universities hard. New DHS policies, such as replacing…
FY 2027 H-1B: Prepare Before March for New Wage-Weighted Lottery
For the FY 2027 H-1B season, USCIS will implement a wage-weighted selection process prioritizing higher-paid professionals. Registration opens…
Virginia Colleges Face Revenue Hit from Visa Delays and Policy Changes
The U.S. State Department paused F, J, and M visa appointments in May 2025 for social media screening…
W-2 vs 1099: Navigating Employment Status for Immigrants
New 2025 regulations link USCIS records with IRS data, making tax compliance a cornerstone of immigration status. H-1B…
New Biometric Exit Rules Apply to Most Non-Citizens at U.S. Ports
A new CBP rule effective December 26, 2025, mandates biometric and photo capture for nearly all non-citizens at…
Enter the H-1B Lottery Early: Why F-1 Students Shouldn’t Wait
Waiting for a senior job title does not increase H-1B lottery success. F-1 students should enter the lottery…
Canada Sees 60% Fall in New International Student Arrivals, IRCC Data
Canada reported a 60% drop in new international student arrivals for 2025 following a series of federal policy…
Hundreds of Indian Students Face Deportation Over IU Berlin Hybrid Visas
A visa crisis at IU International University of Applied Sciences has put over 500 Indian students at risk…
Australia 2026 Student Visas: No hard cap, NPL and tiered processing
The Australian government is implementing a 295,000-place planning level for 2026 student visas. This 'soft cap' uses a…