India, July 19 -- The new US F-1 visa rule has raised questions among international students about whether pursuing higher education in America will become more complicated. While the updated system introduces stricter timelines and additional compliance requirements, immigration experts say it does not mean the US is no longer an attractive destination for students.

According to Attorney Nicolo Rivolta, Head of Immigration at Alma Immigration, the biggest change under the new framework is the shift from the long-standing Duration of Status (D/S) system to fixed admission periods for F-1 students.

The rule will apply to students entering the US after September 15, 2026, whose I-94 records will include a specific expiration date instead ...