1. Rising Visa Rejection Rates The number of people who get rejected for visas is going up a lot. This is because many countries are making it harder for people to get visas by adding checks. Canada is one of these countries. In 2025 Canada rejected 62 percent of the people who applied for study permits. This was after a lot of people applied in 2024.. This trend is still going on in 2026. The United States of America is also being very strict. People from South Asia are havi

Changing schools in the U.S. on an F-1 visa is allowed—but only if you follow the SEVIS transfer rules correctly. A small mistake can lead to status violation, so understanding the process is critical. 1. What Is a SEVIS Transfer? A SEVIS transfer is the formal process of moving your SEVIS (Student and Exchange Visitor Information System) record from your current F-1 school to a new institution, allowing you to maintain your F-1 status without needing a new visa or applicatio

1. What Is the F-1 Student Visa? The F-1 visa is a non-immigrant visa for international students to pursue academic studies in the United States at accredited colleges, universities, language schools, or other academic institutions. It allows you to enter the U.S. as a full-time student. Key Point: The visa (sticker in your passport) is your entry permit. Your I-20 form (from your school) governs your stay and status while in the U.S. Aspiring student stands confidently outsi