Trump administration tightens visa rules for foreign students
Summary
The Trump administration is introducing new rules that limit how long foreign students can stay in the U.S., setting a maximum of four years unless they get special permission. The rules also reduce the time graduates have to stay in the country after finishing their studies from 60 days to 30 days, and restrict the ability to change programs or transfer schools without government approval.Key Facts
- The new visa rules apply to foreign students on F-1 and J-1 visas.
- Previously, students could stay in the U.S. as long as it took to finish their studies under "duration of status."
- Now, students can only stay up to four years without extra permission from the federal government.
- Changing programs or transferring between schools requires government approval, not just school permission as before.
- After graduation, students have 30 days to leave or switch to another visa, down from 60 days.
- The Department of Homeland Security says the changes improve security and stop visa abuse.
- The Association of International Educators says the rules add unnecessary problems and fear to the system.
- These changes are part of the Trump administration’s broader effort to limit immigration and reduce the number of foreign students.
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