Published by News18 - July 21, 2026
https://www.news18.com/world/students-us-united-states-f1-visa-september-15-deadline-duration-of-status-visa-rule-change-ws-el-10224222.html
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Published by Moneycontrol.com - July 21, 2026
https://www.moneycontrol.com/world/us-f-1-visa-rule-change-students-abroad-advised-to-return-before-september-15-article-13979140.html
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Published by Moneycontrol.com - July 21, 2026
https://www.moneycontrol.com/world/us-f-1-visa-rules-change-from-september-15-why-indian-students-should-return-before-deadline-article-13979790.html
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Published by The Times of India - July 20, 2026
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/us/race-back-to-us-september-15-cutoff-for-f-1-students-seeking-duration-of-status-protection/articleshow/132519018.cms
Number 17
Volume XI
Washington, D.C
A. STATUTORY NUMBERS FOR PREFERENCE IMMIGRANT VISAS
This bulletin summarizes the availability of immigrant numbers during August for: “Final Action Dates” and “Dates for Filing Applications,” indicating when immigrant visa applicants should be notified to assemble and submit required documentation to the National Visa Center.
Published by Financial Express - July 20, 2026
https://www.financialexpress.com/immigration/f1-students-must-file-first-travel-after-immigration-lawyers-urgent-warning-ahead-of-sep-15-deadline/4296799/
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Who needs a police clearance certificate for an immigrant visa?
You only need a police clearance certificate for countries where you have resided for six months or more since the age of 16. Short visits do not trigger this requirement.
When does the 60-day grace period legally begin after a layoff?
Unpaid leave does not provide status protection. The most conservative and safest approach is to consider the day physical work stops as day one of the 60-day grace period.
How can I overcome a 214(b) visa denial for my spouse?
214(b) denials are difficult to overcome. If the primary applicant has an H-1B, it is often better to apply for an H-4 visa, which is a dual-intent visa and not subject to 214(b) denials for immigrant intent.
If I have multiple pending H-1B transfers, how does the "bridge petition" rule affect me?
If you are past your 60-day grace period, a pending H-1B acts as a "bridge petition." You can apply for a second transfer, but if the first one is denied, the second will also be denied. It is recommended to use premium processing for the first transfer to restore status before moving to a new employer.