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.
Indian PhD Student’s F-1 Visa Approved Despite 221(g) Administrative Hold
An Indian student’s F 1 visa was briefly delayed due to Section 221(g) administrative processing but approved quickly after fulfilling consular guidelines. Section 221(g) requires additional checks and is common,…
Canada Sees Sharp Decline in International Student Permits in 2024–25
Canada’s 2024 study permit cap sharply reduced international student numbers by nearly 100,000. Approval rates fell to 48%,…
F-1 Visa Denied Under 214(b) Despite Strong Profile: Student’s Interview Trauma
An F 1 Visa denial under Section 214(b) halted a New Delhi student's plans despite academic strengths. The…
US Stakeholders and Politicians Demand Urgent Action on Student Visa Delays
Paused visa interviews and new social media checks caused massive delays for Fall 2025 student admissions. Visa issuance…
Why Chinese Students Are Choosing Malaysia Over Traditional Destinations
Chinese students increasingly choose Malaysia due to low costs, cultural ties, and simplified student visa processes. Requirements include…
Texas A&M Ph.D. Student Detained by Immigration After Brother’s Wedding
Texas A&M student and lawful permanent resident Tae Heung Kim was detained over eight days at San Francisco…
Is Studying Abroad the Only Option? India Rises as Global Education Hub
With over 1.8 million Indian students abroad in 2025, rising costs and visa barriers challenge studying overseas. India’s…
Indian Students Face Job and Visa Crisis in U.S. Post-Graduation
In 2025, Indian student visas in the U.S. dropped sharply amid a visa interview freeze and strict OPT…
Schengen Visa Crackdown Hits Indian Travellers With High Rejection Rates
Indian Schengen visa rejections reached over 165,000 in 2024, causing ₹136 crore losses. Increased fees, delayed appointments, and…
Duffy Expresses Strong Concern Over Aviation Near Misses
A January 2025 midair collision near Ronald Reagan Airport killed 67, spotlighting FAA oversight issues. New flight restrictions,…