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Chinese Student Faces Permit Delays Amid New Regulations

8/30/2025

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Yixuan Peng, a graduate student from China, faces uncertainty in attending classes due to a delayed study permit application, which may take up to 173 days.
New federal regulations mandate international students to apply for a new permit when changing institutions, leading to further delays.
Western University provides support for students lacking permits by September, but Peng risks returning to China if his permit is not approved.

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Yixuan Peng, a graduate student from China, faces uncertainty in attending classes due to a delayed study permit application, which may take up to 173 days.
New federal regulations mandate international students to apply for a new permit when changing institutions, leading to further delays.
Western University provides support for students lacking permits by September, but Peng risks returning to China if his permit is not approved.