End of F-1 Status

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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.

Situation

The student has had a change from F-1 status to another type of visa or immigration status.

If the F-1 student receives approval for U.S. permanent residency, or changes to another visa category (such as H1-B, J-1, F-2, etc.), we need to be notified to ensure the F-1 SEVIS record is completed or terminated appropriately.

Documents Necessary:

Change to Permanent Resident – Copy of Permanent Resident Card
Change of another visa category – Copy of new visa or Change of Status approval notice and new I-94 record

Once you have the required documents, please submit the End Student Status request and upload your document(s) showing proof of your new status.

END STUDENT STATUS