The rule applies to all F and J visa holders. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security considers you on a fixed period of stay even if you are in the U.S. before the effective rule date and your I-94 states D/S.
F-1 students currently in the United States admitted under duration of status may remain in the United States without applying to USCIS for an Extension of Stay (EOS) up to the program end date on their I-20 or the end of their post-completion optional practical training (OPT) STEM OPT extension that is valid on the final rule’s effective date, not to exceed Nov. 14, 2030. This is four (4) years, plus a 60-day grace period.
J-1 students and scholars currently in the United States admitted under duration of status may remain in the United States without applying for an Extension of Stay (EOS) up to the program end date on their DS-2019 not to exceed Oct. 15, 2030. This is four (4) years, plus a 30-day grace period.
The authorized period of stay for F-2 and J-2 dependents cannot exceed the duration of the principal F-1 or J-1 student’s status. If the principal F-1 or J-1 requires an extension, the dependent(s) will also need to file an I-539 (and I-539A for accompanying family members) to extend their stay accordingly.
