If my I-94 says Duration of Status (D/S) and I am in the U.S. before the new rule goes into effect on September 15th, how long can I stay in the U.S., and do I need to request an extension?

F-1 students 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 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 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 or the end of their post-completion academic training that is valid on the final rule’s effective date, not to exceed Oct. 15, 2030.  This is four (4) years, plus a 30-day grace period.