USCIS Issues Guidance on F and M Student Nonimmigrant Classifications

USCIS issued policy guidance regarding the F and M student nonimmigrant classifications, including the agency’s role in adjudicating applications for employment authorization, change of status, extension of stay, and reinstatement of status for students and their dependents in the United States. The guidance consolidates existing policy, and aims to offer clarity to international students and U.S. educational institutions on eligibility requirements, school transfers, practical training, on­– and off-campus employment, and more. The guidance is effective as of 12/20/23 and comments are due by 1/22/24.