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U.S. Pauses Student Visa Interviews to Expand Social Media Vetting

The Department of State paused student visa interviews in May 2025 to add social-media vetting; after mid-June resumption, applicants must…

Germany and UAE emerge as top picks for Indian students in 2024–25, overtaking US/Canada

upGrad’s TNE Report finds Indian students shifting toward Germany and the UAE for 2024–25, driven by affordability, clear post-study rules,…

Chinese Student Questioned for Hours, Deported Despite Valid Visa and Scholarship

In 2025, Gu, a 22-year-old Chinese student with a valid F-1 visa and full scholarship, was detained ~36 hours by…

Trump Administration Proposes Fixed Four-Year Cap on F and J Student Visas

DHS proposed ending duration-of-status, instituting a four-year cap for most F-1, J-1, and I visa holders with limited extensions for…

Purdue Expands Support for International Students Amid Ongoing Visa Uncertainties

Purdue expanded outreach and services by August 31, 2025 to help international students navigate visa cancellations, delays, and documentation. ISS…

US Student Visa Update: Five Must-Know Facts Before Applying for F-1 in 2025

On October 1, 2025, DHS will implement a fixed-period F-1 admission—generally up to four years including OPT—with a 30-day grace…

Country-Wwise Impacts of U.S. Visa and Tariff Policy on India and Partners

Higher U.S. visa fees, long interview waits and a DHS proposal to cap student stays are squeezing Indian student mobility,…

Impacts of Trump Policies on Immigration, Visas, Jobs, Tourism, and Tariffs in 2025

Fixed four-year admission periods for student visas, a $250 Visa Integrity Fee from October 1, 2025, and an unchanged H-1B…