Dossier
I visas
Coverage of I visas in the Nexus archive.
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- Trump administration finalises overhaul of foreign journalists' visas, ends 'duration of status' system
The Trump administration has finalized a rule ending the 'duration of status' system for foreign journalists on I visas, replacing it with fixed-term admissions requiring periodic government review. Journalists will generally be admitted for 240 days, with exceptions for Chinese journalists limited to 90 days, and the policy is part of broader visa regulations affecting F, J, and I visa holders.
- How will U.S. visa policy changes affect students, media professionals, and exchange visitors | Explained
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security cites national security risks from Indian and Chinese students, implementing changes to F, J, and I visa categories. These changes will impact PhD scholars, journalists, and exchange visitors.