US student visa stay rules change Sept 15: What Indian students need to know as Harvard, Columbia issue guidelines

US Ends Open-Ended Student Visa Stay From September 15: What Indian Students Need To Know As Harvard, Columbia Issue Alerts

The US has ended 'duration of status' for F-1 and J-1 students from September 15, replacing it with a four-year admission cap and stricter extension rules. Top universities issued compliance guidance, with heavy impact expected on Indian students, the largest international student group in the US. US Ends Open-Ended Student Visa Stay From September 15: What Indian Students Need To Know As Harvard, Columbia Issue Alerts.

Key Questions About International Student Visa Limits

5 Things to Know About New International Student Visa Limits Johanna Alonso Mon, 09/14/2026 - 03:00 AM As international students prepare for the end of a nearly 50-year-old policy governing how long they can stay in the U.S., we answer five key questions about the rule change taking effect this week. Byline(s) Johanna Alonso 5 Things to Know About New International Student Visa Limits Johanna Alonso Mon, 09/14/2026 - 03:00 AM As international st…

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US student visa stay rules change Sept 15: What Indian students need to know as Harvard, Columbia issue guidelines

On September 15, the US will end the duration of status for F-1 and J-1 visas, introducing fixed admission periods.