Proposal to limit US student visa durations draws criticism
By 
Rebecca Trager2025-09-01T13:30:00
Academic groups warn that the proposed rule will deter talented researchers, harm the economy and add bureaucracy
Higher education groups have criticsed a Trump administration proposal to introduce a new four-year time limit on visas for international students and researchers. The organisations warn that the move will deter talented researchers, harm the US economy, and add an unnecessary layer of government bureaucracy.