We don’t have new official information, but we’re receiving reports of potentially positive movement. Multiple organizations are reporting that there may be imminent movement in appointments coming back online. Some orgs report being told directly by embassies to keep checking for appointments, as they should become available soon. Others report being told that appointments should come back
Yes, interest income earned from a savings account is generally considered taxable in the U.S. You must report this income on your tax return, and it may be subject to federal and State income taxes.If you earn more than $10.00 in interest from a financial institution in a year, they are required to send you a Form 1099-INT, which details the interest earned. You will use this informatio
Yes. You must file a form 8843 with IRS before the deadline. Form 8843 is not an income tax return – it’s a statement required by the U.S. government for certain nonresident aliens who are in the US on F-1, J-1, F-2 or J-2 visas for purposes of the substantial presence test.
The U.S. Department of State has temporarily halted the scheduling of new student and exchange visa appointments at U.S. embassies worldwide, as the administration moves to implement expanded social media screening for visa applicants.According to an internal cable dated Tuesday and obtained by CBS News, Secretary of State Marco Rubio directed all diplomatic posts to suspend a
Getting a credit card can be more challenging for F-1 students, especially without an SSN. However, some banks offer student credit cards or secured credit cards to help build your credit history.
We would like to inform you of a significant update that may impact those considering or currently pursuing U.S. government-funded research or exchange opportunities abroad. The U.S. Department of Education has officially canceled all applications for the following Fulbright-Hays fellowship programs for Fiscal Year 2025:Group Projects Abroa
You may apply for an F-1 visa appointment as a third-country national (TCN); however, doingso is subject to the discretion and policies of the U.S. embassy or consulate in the country where you apply. Please consider the risks:First, appointment wait times are often significantly longer, as U.S. embassies and consulates in third countries tend
Yes, it is possible to change your status from a tourist visa (B-1/B-2) to a student visa (F-1) while in the United States. Apply for the change of status well before your tourist visa expires. It is crucial to maintain lawful status throughout the process. Please check your I94 record, you can find your tourist visa expiration date. It is usually 6 months from the last date of entry.