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.
Joseph Edlow Confirmed as USCIS Director, Aims to End OPT for Students
Confirmed as USCIS Director in July 2025, Joseph B. Edlow intends to restrict or eliminate OPT programs crucial for 240,000+ international students’ U.S. work authorization. Pending formal rules, students, schools,…
Ireland’s Student Visa Requirements for 2025: A Complete Guide
Non-EEA students must apply for a C or D Study Visa for Ireland, meeting strict document, financial, and…
Good News for Students: Increased Work Hours on NZ Student Visas
From November 2025, New Zealand student visa holders can work 25 hours weekly during term time, including exchange…
Study Abroad Visa Applications: Dos and Don’ts Amid New Social Media Rules
New U.S. student visa rules require applicants to provide all social media usernames from the past five years…
Why Female Students Prefer Flights Over Ground Transport for Safety and Speed
Air travel is preferred by female students for safety and speed, supported by universities with grants. Ground transport…
Reevaluating the Impact of the US Crackdown on International Students
Since May 2025, the U.S. suspended new student visa appointments globally, adding strict financial, security, and school certification…
Essential Pre-Departure and Travel Tips for F-1 Students to the U.S.
F-1 students must prepare key documents like the I-20 form and SEVIS receipt, book flights early using student…
Country-Specific Tax Treaty Benefits and Filing Rules for F-1 Students
F-1 international students in the U.S. must apply for SSN or ITIN, understand tax treaty exemptions, and file…
Is Studying Abroad in 2025 Still Worth It for Indian Students?
Indian student numbers abroad reach 1.8 million in 2025, facing high tuition and complex visas. Germany is affordable;…
US Student Visa Slots Reopen in India Amid High Demand for Fall 2025
On July 9, 2025, US consulates in India resumed student visa appointment scheduling for over 100,000 applicants. Students…