Update on the DHS Fixed Period of Admission Rule: Implementation delayed

This summary is based on currently available information. It does not relate to any specific situation and is not legal advice. 

The DHS Fixed Period of Admission Final Rule (published July 17, 2026) was scheduled to take effect on September 15, 2026. However, because of ongoing litigation, implementation of the rule has been delayed, and it will not take effect on that date.

For now, the current regulations remain in place and continue to govern F and J for nonimmigrants. This means the existing duration of status system for F and J students and exchange visitors remains unchanged.

As a result, none of the new provisions in the final rule will go into effect on September 15.

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