New US Visa Restrictions: What International Students Need to KnowSource: TwitterDHS final rule: From D/S to AUDFor decades, international students have entered the U.S. under the duration of status (D/S) model, which allowed them to stay for as long as they were enrolled in an academic programme. The new rule replaces this with the admit until date (AUD) model, limiting F and J visa holders to a maximum of four years before requiring renewal. However, only 2,100 such cases were identified among millions of F-1 visa holders since 2000. Students entering after September 15 will receive AUD status, valid for up to four years and 30 days after arrival. Students under AUD must apply for EOS before their authorised stay expires if they need extra time for OPT.