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US Congress May End OPT Tax Exemption Under DIGNITY Act: Impact on Indian Students
The DIGNITY Act would revoke the OPT tax exemption, increasing payroll taxes on international students and employers. This could lower…
OPT Fear Drives F-1 Students to Hide Visa Status for Jobs
Many F-1 students using OPT in 2025 fear revealing their visa status due to stricter enforcement and employer hesitancy. They…
Indian Students Face Job and Visa Crisis in U.S. Post-Graduation
In 2025, Indian student visas in the U.S. dropped sharply amid a visa interview freeze and strict OPT enforcement. Job…
2025 Sees Significant Drop in International Student Enrollment to USA
International student enrollment in the US dropped 11% amid tighter visa restrictions and rising costs. F-1, M-1, and J-1 visas…
Comprehensive Guide to U.S. Immigration Statuses and Visa Classifications
USCIS updates effective July 23, 2025, reduce naturalization and Green Card processing times and require travel reporting. OPT rules for…
Joseph Edlow Confirmed as USCIS Director, Aims to End OPT for Students
Confirmed as USCIS Director in July 2025, Joseph B. Edlow intends to restrict or eliminate OPT programs crucial for 240,000+…
OPT Program for International Students in U.S. Faces Possible Termination
New legislation and increased ICE enforcement threaten the OPT Program, crucial for international students’ work rights after graduation. Students must…
Indian Couple Shares Boston Airport Re-Entry Experience on H-1B and F-1 OPT
In July 2025, an Indian couple re-entered the US on H-1B and F-1 OPT visas at Boston Logan. The husband…