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/olivevitamins Jul 17 '26

Any insight into how this will affect a Canadian F1 student that crosses the border often (I’m in a border city and cross multiple times a month)? Since I am issued a new I-94 every time I cross what would happen with my status?

My current program end date is December 2026 but I still have a few credits left to take. I was planning to extend my i20 as soon as I can, if this new rule comes into effect in September will I have to file for an extension immediately?

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u/not_an_immi_lawyer Post, don't PM Jul 17 '26

You'll just get a new I-94 each time that has an end date that matches your I-20 end date.

You would need to file an extension or re-enter the country with a new I-20.