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Immigration Updates

Update to Nonimmigrant Visa Applicant Designated Locations

Posted on September 16, 2025

The U.S. Department of State (DOS) announced that only certain geographic locations are acceptable for nonimmigrant visa applicants, including F and J students and scholars, effective September 6, 2025. Nonimmigrant visa applicants should schedule their …

Posted in Immigration Updates

Proposed Changes to “Duration of Status” (Stay) in the U.S. for F and J Visa Holders

Posted on September 16, 2025

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) published a proposed rule change to eliminate the current I-94 Duration of Status (D/S) to instead apply an exact date of lawful stay in the U.S. for F …

Posted in Immigration Updates

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