US shortens departure and status-change window for students
By The BriefBrief
The U.S. rule reduces the time student visa holders have to depart or transfer after graduation from 60 to 30 days.
WHO:U.S. government
WHAT:Tightened visa regulations by shortening the departure or transfer and status-change period for international students, exchange visitors, and journalists after graduation from 60 to 30 days.
WHEN:Jul 17, 2026 at 3:38 AM ET
WHERE:USA
WHY:The U.S. shortened the post-graduation departure or transfer and status-change period under the new visa rule.
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