Is there a time limit on how long I can stay in the U.S. with a student visa?
Yes, if you come to the U.S. with a student visa, there is a time limit on how long you can stay. Generally, this will depend on the type of student visa you have, how long you plan to stay for your studies, and your educational level. For example, if you are coming to the U.S. for a short-term academic program, such as a summer school program, you may be authorized to stay for up to five months. If you are applying for a student visa to pursue a full-time academic program in the U.S., then you will be authorized to stay for the length of your program. However, you will need to get approval from Immigration each year if you need to extend your visa. If you come to the U.S. on a student visa in Washington, you should also be aware that you must abide by the terms of your visa and the rules and regulations of your school. You must also maintain your full-time student status. If you are found to be in violation of your visa or the regulations of your school, your student visa can be revoked and you may be required to leave the U.S. In short, the length of stay for a student visa in Washington is subject to the type of program you are enrolled in, however, it is important to remember that you must abide by the terms of your visa and the regulations of your school in order to continue to stay in the U.S. legally.
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