New US visa rule could change how long international students can stay in the country

US authorities are set to replace the ‘duration of status’ system for international students with fixed stay periods. This significant policy shift, cleared by the White House, means students on F visas may need to apply for extensions beyond a set admission period, potentially impacting thousands, including a large number of Indian students pursuing higher education in America. The move could introduce more uncertainty for academic and post-study plans.