OPT
Important Dates for F-1 Students on OPT in the U.S.
F-1 students on OPT must track key dates: apply 90 days before or within 60 days after program end, as OPT begins post-program. Maintain legal status by reporting to DSO…
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MAGA Targets Optional Practical Training Program for Foreign Students
MAGA hardliners target the OPT program for foreign students, criticizing it for displacing American graduates and acting as a pathway…
What Happens to Your 401k Funds After OPT Ends?
If your OPT expires and you return to your home country, you can keep your IRA/401k funds in the U.S.…
What’s Next for Your IRA After OPT Ends?
After your OPT expires, you can keep your IRA/401k funds in the account or roll them into an IRA or…
Is Premium Processing Available for OPT?
Yes, you can use Premium Processing for OPT (Optional Practical Training) applications. It speeds up the approval process for employment…
Found an OPT Card? Here’s What to Do
If you find someone's OPT or STEM OPT card, handle it responsibly. Contact the cardholder if possible, or submit it…
How to Change Your Address on OPT or STEM OPT
To maintain OPT or STEM OPT status after moving, inform your university's DSO, update USCIS and SEVP Portal addresses within…
USCIS Updates: New STEM OPT Rules for Student Visas
USCIS updated guidance on F/M Nonimmigrant Student Classification, providing clarity on STEM OPT extensions, online learning, school transfers, and grace…
Employer’s Guide After Hiring After Hiring a OPT Candidate
The OPT program helps businesses access skilled international talent but requires navigating complex regulations for compliance. Key steps include verifying…