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Immigration Resources

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On July 17, 2026, DHS published a final rule establishing a fixed time period of admission and an extension of stay procedure for F nonimmigrant academic students. This rule was expected to be effective on September 15, 2026, to impact several aspects of the F-visa program regulations. However, on the evening of September 14, 2026, a U.S. District Court issued a preliminary injunction regarding the changes to Duration of Status (D/S), temporarily blocking the D/S rule from taking effect on September 15, 2026, while the underlying lawsuit continues. The injunction does not constitute a final decision in the underlying lawsuit. Accordingly, our website may be updated if and when the changes take effect.

Whenever encountering any problems or concerns regarding the immigration status or exploring the possibility of changing visa status to the F or J category, please consult one of our international student advisors for guidance. Also consult an ISA whenever there is a change in enrollment status, and whenever there is potential employment offer.  These topics are extremely important for maintaining valid immigration status in the U.S. and we strongly urge the student or scholar to seek advice first to avoid any potential visa status problems.

 

Immigration Resources & Contacts

USCIS

 

  • Find A USCIS Office
  • Jacksonville Office:
    USCIS 4121 South Point BLVD. Jacksonville, FL 32216
    (904) 232-3151
  • USCIS National Customer Service Center (NCSC): 1-800-375-5283