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The Trump administration has finalized a rule that will prevent international students from staying in the U.S. for more than four years unless they seek and obtain government approval.

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Who
Trump administration
What
The Trump administration has finalized a rule that will prevent international students from staying in the U.S. for more than four years unless they seek and obtain government approval.
When
Thu, 16 Jul 2026 19:27:00 GMT · 4h 52m ago
Where
U.S. ·
Why
To cap the length of U.S. stays on student visas.
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How this affects you

International students will now be limited to a four-year stay in the U.S. on student visas, requiring government approval for extensions, a change from previous long-standing practices.

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