Immigration Status Series

On July 17, 2026, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security published a final rule eliminating Duration of Status for certain nonimmigrant students and exchange visitors. The rule was scheduled to take effect on September 15, 2026. Please visit our Duration of Status Rule Change webpage for additional information and updates.

Update: On September 14, 2026, a U.S. federal judge has issued an order blocking the new rules from going into effect at this time. As a result, the new rules will not take effect on September 15, 2026, and the current immigration rules remain in place while the court case continues.

Read more about Town Hall for Current OPT Participants about F-1 Student Rule Changes

This town hall is for current F-1 individuals participating in Optional Practical Training (OPT). This includes those on Post-OPT and STEM OPT. Recent changes to federal immigration regulations may affect your immigration status while participating in OPT. Join the ISSC for an overview of these changes, what they may mean for your employment authorization and immigration status, and the steps you should take to remain in compliance. The session will include a presentation followed by time for questions and answers, as time permits. Attendance is limited to the first 500 participants.

Read more about Town Hall for Current Degree Seeking F-1/J-1 Students about F-1/J-1 Student Rule Changes

This town hall is for current F-1 and J-1 international students. Recent changes to federal immigration regulations may affect your immigration status while studying in the United States. Join the ISSC for an overview of these changes, what they may mean for you, and the steps you should take to remain in compliance. The session will include a presentation followed by time for questions and answers, time permitting. This is limited to the first 500 attendees. This town hall is for current degree seeking F-1/J-1 ASU students.

Read more about Town Hall for Current OPT Participants about F-1 Student Rule Changes

Read more about Town Hall for Current Degree Seeking F-1/J-1 Students about F-1/J-1 Student Rule Changes

Read more about F-1/J-1 Student Rule Changes for Current OPT Participants

This town hall is for current F-1 individuals participating in Optional Practical Training (OPT). Recent changes to federal immigration regulations may affect your immigration status while participating in OPT. Join the ISSC for an overview of these changes, what they may mean for your employment authorization and immigration status, and the steps you should take to remain in compliance. The session will include a presentation followed by time for questions and answers, as time permits.

Attendance is limited to the first 3,000 participants.

Location: Online only