According to an internal State Department cable dated May 27, 2025, all consular interviews for the F, M, and J visa applicants are to be temporarily paused.
Continue Reading Temporary Pause on Foreign Student and Exchange Visitor F, M, and J Visa Interviews
Global Immigration & Compliance Practice Co-Chair Kate Kalmykov served as the featured speaker at Columbia University’s Career Design Lab, presenting at its Employer Informational Breakfast Series. During this inaugural event
Continue Reading Kate Kalmykov Presents ‘Demystifying Hiring International Candidates on a Student Visa’ at Columbia University
The State Department updated its Foreign Affairs Manual on intent to depart and residence abroad requirements for F-1 and M-1 students. The new guidance clarifies that although F-1 and M-1
Continue Reading State Department Updates Guidance on F-1/M-1 Student Intent to Depart and Residence Abroad Requirements
On July 6, 2020, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced modifications to the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) exemptions for F-1 and M-1 nonimmigrant students who will be
Continue Reading DHS/SEVP Announce Changes to Temporary Exemptions for F-1 and M-1 Students Taking Online Courses During Fall 2020