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Practical Guide to Understanding and Overcoming U.S. Visa Rejections
The U.S. visa process requires selecting the right visa, filling DS-160, paying fees, and attending an interview. To overcome common…
How Trump and Stephen Miller Are Targeting International Students in U.S. Higher Education
Trump’s 2025 policies freeze billions in university funding and revoke thousands of international student visas. Columbia’s settlement mandates federal oversight…
Indian Student’s F-1 Visa Switch from Approved to Refused Sparks Concern
An Indian student’s F 1 visa was reversed from approved to refused at the U.S. Embassy Bangkok in 2025 without…
Proposed DIGNITY Act Could End FICA Tax Exemption for OPT Students
The proposed DIGNITY Act would remove the FICA tax exemption for OPT students, imposing a 15.3% payroll tax on students…
Trump’s Visa Policies Leave International Students Stranded Before Classes
The 2025 visa revocations and travel bans by the Trump administration affect thousands of international students at U.S. universities, including…
US Student Visa: What Foreign Students Can Do to Lose Visa and Eligibility
Starting 2025, US student visas require in-person interviews, visa integrity fees, and social media vetting. Students must meet eligibility criteria,…
US Congress May End OPT Tax Exemption Under DIGNITY Act: Impact on Indian Students
The DIGNITY Act would revoke the OPT tax exemption, increasing payroll taxes on international students and employers. This could lower…
OPT Approved Without Request: Legitimate Benefit or Risky Trap?
F-1 students must meet eligibility criteria and apply for OPT by submitting Form I-765 within deadlines. OPT is never approved…