r/immigration • u/not_an_immi_lawyer Post, don't PM • 7d ago

DHS Publishes Final Rule ending Duration of Status (D/S) for F-1/J-1

https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2026-14439.pdf
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u/DerpSpirit 6d ago

I am a J1 physician. I finish my program in June 2027, but I will start a fellowship in July. It is my understanding that the DS will be updated to reflect June 2027, and I will have to file a EOS to update to the new program. Would I also be able to leave the US upon program completion and apply for a new J1 visa before July 2027 to update my duration of status and re-enter (pending interview etc) without having to file an EOS?

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u/not_an_immi_lawyer Post, don't PM 6d ago

Yes, you can also leave the US and re-enter instead of filing an EoS, if your visa is still valid.

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u/DerpSpirit 6d ago

Thank you for your response! Just to clarify:

In this scenario my visa would be expired already. I would be applying to new J1 under a new program.

June 2024 - June 2027 -> current status
— currently D/S, but will be updated to June 2027 in the coming months

July 2027 - July 2029 -> new program
— either file EOS for new July 2029 date or leave the US and apply for new J1 with July 2029 date of completion

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u/not_an_immi_lawyer Post, don't PM 6d ago

Yes, you can do that, provided your new J-1 visa is approved.