IMPORTANT F-1 IMMIGRATION UPDATE

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has issued a final rule that will change how F-1 students are admitted to the United States, including changes to the current Duration of Status (D/S) framework. The rule is scheduled to take effect September 15, 2026.

The changes may affect F-1 students differently depending on their individual circumstances, including travel, program changes, transfers, and program completion.

OISP is reviewing the new requirements and will provide additional guidance as implementation information becomes available.

Students with questions about their individual circumstances should contact OISP to schedule an appointment with a DSO.

https://www.franklin.edu/current-students/blog/important-update-changes-f-1-student-immigration-regulations

Maintaining F-1 Status

Maintaining F-1 Status

The Department of State issued you an F-1 visa so that you can come to the United States to study. It is a non-immigrant visa that allows you to pursue education with the intent of returning to your home country after your studies. You should not take any action that detracts from that purpose.

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Maintaining your F-1 student status is an important aspect of your stay in the USA. Students who fail to maintain their status can be deported from the country or barred from re-entering the USA in the future. In addition, maintaining your status grants you certain benefits, such as the ability to apply for a driving license or apply for work authorization.