Changes to visa interview waivers by reduce the eligibility window to 12 months and limiting first-time applicant waivers.| International Student Services
Overview Effective September 2, 2025, the U.S. Department of State will significantly reduce the scope of the visa interview waiver program that has been in place in an expanded form since the COVID-19 pandemic. As a result, most nonimmigrant visa applicants, including those renewing F-1, F-2, J-1, and J-2 visas, will be required to attend in-person interviews at U.S. consulates and embassies abroad. This change marks the end of the broad flexibility previously available to many international...| International Student Services
The U.S. Department of State has made recent updates to the visa reciprocity schedule that may impact F and J visa holders from certain countries. These updates change the validity period of visas and the number of permitted entries for citizens of certain countries. What Is Visa Reciprocity? Visa reciprocity refers to the practice of the U.S. government setting visa validity periods, number of entries, and associated fees based on how other countries treat U.S. citizens seeking similar visas...| International Student Services
F-1 students should watch for online I-765 filing fee error but file before their OPT or STEM OPT deadlines.| International Student Services
F-1 and J-1 visa applicants must disclose social media and undergo expanded screening and vetting as part of a stricter visa process.| International Student Services
Presidential proclamation imposes full or partial entry bans on nationals from 19 countries, restricting some F and J international students.| International Student Services