New Rule - End of D/S
DHS Final Rule Creating a "Fixed Period of Admission" for F-1 Students and J1 Exchange Visitors and their Dependents
On July 17, 2026, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) published a final rule to replace duration of status (D/S) admissions with admissions for a fixed end date for F and J visa holders. The new rule and policies will go into effect 60 days from the published date, on September 15, 2026.
You can read the final rule here: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/07/17/2026-14439/establishing-a-fixed-time-period-of-admission-and-an-extension-of-stay-procedure-for-nonimmigrant
International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) is working with campus partners to develop guidance for the Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) community. As guidance is developed, it will be posted here on the ISSS website.
Meanwhile, additional information can be found at:
International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) is working with campus partners to develop guidance for the Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) community. As guidance is developed, it will be posted here on the ISSS website.
Meanwhile, additional information can be found at:
- U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) SEVIS: ice.gov/sevis
- Study in the States: studyinthestates.dhs.gov
ISSS hosted a information session on this New Rule on September 3rd. A recording of the presentation can be found here: End of DS Video Presentation.mp4. *GGC login required.