Changes to F-1 and J-1 Visa Status

September 11, 2026

Recent changes may affect how F-1 international students and J-1 exchange visitors are admitted to the United States, how long they may remain, and their options for extending their stay or changing academic programs. This AILA flyer provides an overview of these changes, important deadlines, and steps F-1 and J-1 visa holders should be aware of.

Download Flyer
Person holding a blue passport in front of a U.S. flag backdrop
September 3, 2026
Prepare for your U.S. citizenship interview with confidence. Learn what to expect, which documents to bring, and how to get ready for the English and civics tests.
Judge with gavel, justice scales, and laptop on desk in an office setting
August 17, 2026
Celebrate 10 years of Martinez Immigration Law, a trusted Kansas City firm dedicated to helping individuals, families, and businesses achieve immigration success.
Lady Justice statue and scales on a desk in a bright office interior
August 6, 2026
Si usted es un inmigrante indocumentado y planea viajar dentro de Estados Unidos, es importante conocer los posibles riesgos migratorios antes de salir.
A Lady Justice statue on a desk with law books and a gavel in a bright office
August 6, 2026
If you are undocumented and plan to travel within the United States, it is important to understand the potential immigration risks before you leave.
Lady Justice statue with scales on a desk beside a gavel and books in a bright office
August 6, 2026
If you hold a temporary U.S. visa and plan to travel within the United States, it is important to understand your immigration status before you leave.
Justice scales and statuette on a gavel beside stacked books in a bright office
August 6, 2026
Si usted tiene una visa temporal y planea viajar dentro de Estados Unidos
Lady Justice statue with scales and a gavel on stacked books in a bright office
August 6, 2026
Si usted es titular de una Green Card y planea viajar dentro de Estados Unidos
Law statue and gavel on books in a sunlit office desk
August 6, 2026
Traveling within the United States as a lawful permanent resident may seem straightforward
Person in an orange jacket with handcuffs sits at a table, hands clasped over a sheet of paper.
August 6, 2026
Learn what happens after someone is detained by ICE, including the detention process, immigration court proceedings, bond eligibility, and possible legal options.
Lady Justice statue beside a gavel on books in a sunlit office
July 22, 2026
Prepararse para el examen de ciudadanía estadounidense no tiene por qué ser un proceso abrumador.