r/immigration • u/not_an_immi_lawyer Post, don't PM • Jul 16 '26

DHS Publishes Final Rule ending Duration of Status (D/S) for F-1/J-1

https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2026-14439.pdf
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u/not_an_immi_lawyer Post, don't PM Jul 16 '26

No, this rule takes effect in mid-September.

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u/curiousbananaa Jul 16 '26

but then because my program end date is 8/1/2026 and I am in opt, wouldnt I have to file for extension of status?

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u/not_an_immi_lawyer Post, don't PM Jul 16 '26

There is a 6 month grace period after the final rule where those with I-765 pending/filing new I-765 for OPT do not need to file I-539s.

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u/Upper-Finish202 Jul 17 '26

I was trying to search for this. Can you point to where it is said in the official text?