New Restrictions for F-1 Visa Holders Studying Abroad
The U.S. has restricted F-1 visa holders from study abroad programs exceeding five months, impacting international students' active…
H4 to F1 Visa: OPT Eligibility Without Full Two Years?
No, you don’t need to complete two full years on an F-1 visa to be eligible for Optional…
How to Change Your Address on OPT or STEM OPT
To maintain OPT or STEM OPT status after moving, inform your university's DSO, update USCIS and SEVP Portal…
Re-Entering U.S. on Unexpired F-1 with Pending I-130: Nonimmigrant Intent Challenges
Re-entering the U.S. on an unexpired F-1 visa with a pending I-130 is complex. F-1 students must maintain…
Timeline from F-1 Visa to U.S. Citizenship
The journey from an F-1 Visa to U.S. citizenship for Indian students can take 19 to 25+ years.…
Common OPT Application Mistakes to Avoid
To avoid OPT application mistakes, adhere to the timing: apply 90 days before to 60 days after your…
Complete List of F-1 Visa Application Forms
To apply for an F-1 Visa, you'll need several forms: Form I-20, Form DS-160, financial support documents, SEVIS…
F-1 Visa to Green Card Process Timeline for Indian Students
To obtain an F-1 visa, get accepted to an SEVP-certified U.S. school, pay the SEVIS fee, complete Form…
How to Reinstate F1 Status After 5 Months Abroad
To reinstate F1 status after being out of the U.S. for over 5 months, consult your Designated School…
Ghana F-1 Visa Issuances Increase 15% in H1 2024
In the first half of 2024, Ghana saw a 15% increase in F-1 student visas issued by the…
Updating I-94 with New Passport Information on F1-OPT Status
To update your I-94 after renewing your passport on F1-OPT, follow the step-by-step process outlined by the U.S.…
Maintaining Lawful F-1 Status with Day 1 CPT
Maintaining lawful F-1 status in the U.S. is crucial for international students, especially when participating in Day 1…
F1 Student Visa to EB5 Investor Visa Transition Guide
Transitioning from an F1 Student Visa to an investor immigration EB5 Visa offers a pathway to investment opportunities…
OPT Employment Rules: Can You Be a Paid Research Assistant on OPT?
OPT enables F-1 students to gain U.S. work experience relevant to their studies, such as paid research assistantships.…