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US finalises stricter visa caps for journalists, students
The Wire··17 Jul
The US Department of Homeland Security on July 16 finalised a rule ending duration-of-status visa policies. Journalist I visas are capped at 240 days, with Chinese nationals limited to 90 days. F and J student visas face a maximum four years requiring federal approval beyond that. Restrictions on major and program changes take effect 60 days after Federal Register publication.
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What It Means For You
- US student visas now cap at four years with extension approval required.
- Chinese journalists face 90-day I visa limits under new DHS rules.
- September fall admissions may be affected when rules take effect.
What's Happening
- DHS finalised a rule ending duration-of-status on July 16.
- Journalist I visas are capped at 240 days, Chinese at 90 days.
- Restrictions on major and program changes take effect after 60 days.
US Visa Rule Context
- F and J student visas require federal approval beyond four years.
- The rule publishes in the Federal Register before taking effect.
- International students and foreign journalists face tighter stay limits.
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