F1Visa
F-1 student visa requirements, SEVIS transfer procedures, work authorization rules, and maintaining status while studying in the United States. Covers initial applications, extensions, and reinstatement.
Dignity Act and HIRE Act: Higher FICA for OPT Wages
Congress is reviewing the Dignity Act, ending FICA exemptions for OPT students, and the HIRE Act, adding a 25% outsourcing tax for services benefiting U.S. consumers. Both proposals could raise…
What US Citizens Educated in India Should Know About Benefits
Children born in India to a U.S. citizen keep U.S. citizenship if the parent met physical presence rules.…
Choosing CBSE, ICSE, or IB in India Based on Child’s College Path
Choose a board based on college goals: CBSE for Indian entrance exams, ICSE for English and academic depth,…
Understanding the Full Documentation Process for Transferring US K-12 Students to Indian Schools
To enroll children from the US in Indian schools, parents should compile authenticated transcripts, transfer certificates, and ID…
Psychological and Academic Prep for US-to-India School Transition
Start months before the move: introduce Indian syllabi, practice timed exams, set daily routines, and arrange counseling. Research…
US College Admissions: India vs US Applicants Long-Term Implications
Admissions are changing as visa delays and higher international tuition reshape choices for Indian applicants. A 46% drop…
H-1B, H4, and F-1 Visas to India Fall Over 30% Since 2023
From 2023 to 2025 India saw over 30% declines in H-1B, H4 and F-1 visa issuances, driven by…
DHS Proposes Fixed Admission Period for F-1, J-1, I Visas
DHS proposed ending D/S for F-1, J-1, and I visa holders, replacing it with fixed admission through the…
U.S. Student Visa Arrivals Fall to Four-Year Low, Led by Asia Drop
International student visas plunged to a four-year low in H1 2025, led by 44% and 24% drops from…
OPT Under Fire: Lawmakers Move to Eliminate Post-Study Work
OPT and the STEM OPT extension remain active but face possible termination through legislation and tighter oversight. In…