U.S. to change visa regulations for foreign students, journalists
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security moved to amend visa regulations for foreign students and journalists on Thursday (July 16, 2026), replacing the more open-ended
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security moved to amend visa regulations for foreign students and journalists on Thursday (July 16, 2026), replacing the more open-ended stays that are currently stipulated, according to a government notice.
The new final rule would create a fixed time period for F visas for international students, J visas that allow visitors on cultural exchange programs to work in the U.S., and I visas for members of the media.
Those visas are currently available for the duration of the program or U.S.-based employment. The move is subject to congressional review before an effective date
can be determined, DHS said in a posting in the Federal Register.
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