US student visa rules are changing on September 15: Who could be affected and how
The United States will implement new student visa rules on September 15, replacing the 'Duration of Status' system with fixed admission periods for F-1 and J-1 visa holders. The Department of Homeland Security stated that the changes aim to reduce visa abuse and enhance security checks, introducing a maximum four-year stay and a shortened post-study grace period. These modifications will notably impact Indian students, who represent the largest international student group in the US, with over 3.6 lakh currently enrolled.