The Trump administration has proposed significant changes to the F-1 student visa, moving away from the “duration of status” model to a new fixed four-year stay. Students will have only a 30-day grace period after the end of their studies, and any extensions must now be processed through the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), adding extra paperwork and cost. There will be stricter penalties for overstays, including re-entry bans of up to ten years, which could make the US less attractive for future international students. US universities and student groups are expected to voice concerns during the 30-day comment period.
