
F-1 Duration of Status Rule 2026: The Four-Year Cap and What It Changes About Your Visa Interview
From 15 September 2026, F-1 students are admitted for a fixed period capped at four years instead of Duration of Status. Here is what the new rule does to your I-94, and the exact words to use when an officer asks how long you intend to stay, especially if your program runs longer than four years.






























