White House Approved F1 Visa Duration of Status Rule (Here's what it means) Explained by Lawyer

Next Live session with lawyer: https://luma.com/7ng6tnld?utm_source=... If you need to consult an immigration lawyer: https://link.yudij.com/lawyer-connect FREE weekly newsletter and join 49624+ community members, where I share actionable job search advice, and high-quality industry insights: https://link.yudij.com/yt_desc_newsle... F1 visa duration of status rule just got *White House approval* — but the **final rule is NOT published yet**. In this video, I sit down with **Henry, senior attorney at Manifest Law**, to break down what this update actually means, what is still unknown, and why a lot of viral content online is jumping the gun. We cover the difference between the *proposed rule* and the **final rule**, when the rule may be published, and why students should not assume the law has already changed. We also discuss how the proposed changes could affect **F1 students, OPT, STEM OPT, Day 1 CPT students, transfers, master’s students, PhD students, and travel plans for Fall 2026**. In this video: White House approval of the F1 duration of status rule explained Why the rule is *not in effect yet* Proposed changes to *I-94 validity, OPT, and grace periods* How the rule could impact *master’s, PhD, transfer, and Day 1 CPT students* Travel risks if you leave the U.S. before the final rule is published Possible lawsuits and what a temporary injunction could mean If you’re an international student in the U.S., this is one update you need to understand carefully. The biggest takeaway: *don’t panic, and don’t rely on misinformation* until the final published rule is available. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Job Hunting Accelerator (For JobSeekers): https://academy.yudij.com/jobhuntyt ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Planning to study in the US? Don’t guess. Study in USA Accelerator gives you a clear roadmap, scholarships strategy, and ROI-focused decisions. 30 early bird spots at 70% off: https://academy.yudij.com/siu ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Free Profile Evaluation for O-1, EB-1A here: https://link.yudij.com/lawyer-connect and get a free 15-minute consultation with the Manifest Law team. If above link doesn't work try this: https://link.yudij.com/legal-help ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Access to O1 Visa Masterclass: https://yudij.kit.com/o1_masterclass ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Best Study in USA AI Tool: https://www.gradmits.com _________________________________ Best way to refinance your education loan through SOFI and get $300: https://link.yudij.com/sofi Send money from the U.S. to India using my trusted app. Get $25 when you transfer $500+, with great USD→INR rates, fast transfers, 24/7 support, and a refund guarantee: https://link.yudij.com/crobobyyudi Book a free 30-minute 1:1 study abroad consultation with my team at GradVine here: https://link.yudij.com/studyabroad BEST Bank account ($200+ Bonus): https://link.yudij.com/chase BEST Beginner Credit Card (Free $100) - https://link.yudij.com/discovercard Robinhood App (Get Free Stock): https://link.yudij.com/robinhood Webull 2 Free Stocks: https://link.yudij.com/webull ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Instagram -   / yudi.j   LinkedIn -   / priteshjagani   Twitter -   / yudijjj   Website - https://www.yudij.com Contact: [email protected] ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ *Keywords:* F1 visa news, duration of status rule, F1 visa new rule, F1 visa 2026, OPT update, STEM OPT, Day 1 CPT, F1 transfer rules, I-94 F1 visa, international students USA, DHS F1 rule, Federal Register F1, F1 visa travel update DISCLAIMER: Information shared here is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice or create an attorney-client relationship. Laws vary and individual situations differ, so you should consult a qualified attorney for advice specific to your case. Content is provided “as is” without warranties. The host is not an immigration lawyer. #YUDIJ #MSinUSA