The DHS has finalized a rule that will significantly increase fees for several U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services ...

What is the OPT STEM-Extension? The Optional Practical Training STEM Extension gives students an additional 24 months of OPT authorization if they have a U.S. degree in an approved science, technology ...

While travel on OPT or STEM-Extension shares many requirements and regulations with typical F-1 undergraduate travel, there are some distinct requirements for individuals pursuing post-graduate ...

Many different types of employment are allowed while on the OPT STEM extension but there may be some types of employment that do not meet the USCIS guidelines. Unpaid or volunteer work is not allowed ...

This page provides information regarding the 24-month STEM OPT extension. If you are currently working on a 12-month Post-Completion OPT work authorization, you may be eligible for a 24-month ...

The Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP), requires schools to maintain certain information in SEVIS for all students currently on approved OPT and STEM OPT. As an F-1 student on STEM OPT, you ...

While on STEM OPT, you are required to keep your record updated. This includes changes to your address or phone number, or changes in your current employment. Updates should be made within 10 days of ...

The US immigration agency cited inflation while revising premium processing fees across key visa and green card filings used ...

Optional Practical Training (OPT) is a federal program 72% of international students use to remain in the U.S. after they graduate. American companies seeking highly educated talent can use OPT to ...

The Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) requires schools to maintain certain information in SEVIS for all students currently on approved OPT (Optional Practical Training). As an F-1 student on ...