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!
38% of Sri Lankan Student Visa Applications to Australia Get Rejected
Australia rejected 38% of Sri Lankan student visa applications in Feb 2026 as total approval rates hit a 21-year low amid stricter migration rules.
Australia Tightens Student Visas as Refusals for South Asians Hit Record Highs
Australia and U.S. student visa refusals for South Asians hit record highs in 2026, with some markets seeing…
F-1 Students Risk Losing STEM OPT by Misreporting Self-Employment in SEVIS
Learn how F-1 students can use self-employment and consulting to maintain OPT status and stay within the 90-day…
RBI Rolls Out Expected Credit Loss Rules from April 1, 2027, Tightening Education Loan Reserves
RBI to launch Expected Credit Loss framework in 2027, requiring banks to assess future risks for education and…
Legal Immigration to U.S. Plummets as H-1B, Student, and Family Visas Freeze
Trump administration policies in 2026 have led to a sharp drop in H-1B, student, and family visas, with…
USCIS Backlog Freezes 12,000 Students as STEM OPT Extension and OPT Adjudications Stall
International students in 2026 face OPT delays and rising fees, making immigration timing a critical factor for job…
NITI Aayog Warns Study Abroad 2026 Visa Rules Make Course Choice Critical for Indian Students
Indian students in 2026 are choosing degrees based on visa duration and work rights as major destinations like…
South Korea Launches Study in Korea Portal to Attract Indian Students with Job-Linked Courses
South Korea targets Indian students in 2026 with affordable tuition and industry-linked degrees via its centralized Study in…
House Republicans Propose 3-Year H-1B Pause and $200,000 Salary Rule in 2026
Rep. Eli Crane proposes the End H-1B Visa Abuse Act of 2026, seeking a 3-year visa pause and…
Indian Students Face £11,400+ Tuition and Visa Proof of Funds for UK Study in 2026
UK study costs for 2026 range from £19,800 to £54,800. Indian students must balance tuition, visa fees, and…