The Trump administration proposes stricter visa rules, capping F-1 student visas at four years, raising concerns for Indian students and impacting U.S. education and global competitiveness.
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Starting September 2, 2025, the U.S. is tightening its visa interview waiver policy, requiring more applicants—including H-1B and F-1 holders—to attend in-person interviews.
A newly proposed bill aims to end the Optional Practical Training (OPT), which allows international students to work in the US after graduation.
Indian students among those impacted at Harvard, UCLA, Stanford and other educational institutions nationwide
U.S. student visa numbers for Indians suffer a steep decline of 38% between January and September in 2024 compared to the same period in 2023.
Expert calls for expansion of skilled immigration saying operation of H-1B visa has not kept pace with US needs
Once a symbol of a potentially promising career, the F-1 visa no longer has the same lure for Indian students.