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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedJuly 16, 2026Miami-Dade

New federal rule limits duration of stay for international students

The Trump administration has finalized a rule that restricts international students to a maximum stay of four years in the U.S. without additional federal approval. This change marks a departure from previous policies that allowed students to remain for the duration of their academic programs.

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Why It Matters

International students will now be required to seek federal government approval to remain in the U.S. beyond a four-year period to complete their studies.

Key Facts

  • The Department of Homeland Security finalized a rule limiting international student stays to four years.
  • Students wishing to stay longer than four years must obtain federal government approval.
  • The new rule represents a departure from long-standing immigration practices regarding student visas.

Who's Mentioned

organizationTrump administration“The executive branch administration responsible for the rule change.”organizationDepartment of Homeland Security“The federal agency that announced the new rule.”