F, J, and M visas are unique in that students don’t receive a specific length of stay. Instead, they are issued a DS-2019 or I-20 depending on visa type, which marks their authorized stay as “duration of stay” or “D/S.” This means that the student’s stay in the U.S. does not have a specific end date. It depends on when the individual finishes their authorized employment or program or study. If you’re an international student attending college in the U.S., a new USCIS policy could have devastating consequences if you somehow violate your visa status.
If you are considering leaving your program or study or have engaged in unsanctioned work, contact the experienced deportation defense attorney in Salt Lake City.