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.
Top questions about Students
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 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 2025
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, ADS-B requirements, and audits aim to prevent future crashes. Lawmakers seek stricter…
USCIS Restricts Birthright Citizenship Impacting Student Families
Executive Order 14160 restricts birthright citizenship for children born after February 19, 2025, to parents on temporary visas.…
African Students in U.S. Advised Against Travel Amid New Visa Rules
July 2025 changes enforce three-month single-entry F-1 visas for African students, restricting travel and complicating reentry. Over 50,000…
Study in Canada: Top Universities, Courses & Application Guide
McGill, Toronto, and UBC lead Canadian universities with excellent programs and rankings. International students need Letters of Acceptance…
Is the U.S. MD Degree Equivalent to India’s MBBS Degree?
Indian MBBS is a 5.5-year undergraduate program post-high school; US MD requires 8+ years including undergrad and residency.…
Study Medicine in the USA: Top 10 Medical Schools and Rankings
Top U.S. medical schools in 2025 require high MCAT scores and U.S./Canadian coursework. NYU offers a tuition-free MD…
U.S. Restores 12-Month Interview Waiver for Most B1/B2 Renewals Sept 2025
From September 2025, only B1/B2 visa renewals within 12 months expire qualify for interview waivers. H1B and F1…
Visa Delays Jeopardize Fall 2025 Plans for Thousands of Indian Students
F-1 visa approvals for Indian students dropped sharply in 2025 due to appointment freezes, new social media rules,…
India Sees Sharp Decline in Students Going to US, UK, Canada
Indian student enrollment abroad fell 15% in 2024, notably in the US, Canada, and UK. Rising costs and…
From Tests to Visas: Your 2025 University Application Guide
International applicants should start university research 6–12 months before deadlines, prepare for GRE, GMAT, IELTS/TOEFL early, submit thorough…