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F1 International Student: Managing High Hospital Bills Not Covered by Insurance
F1 students in the U.S. with high uncovered medical bills can negotiate with hospitals, apply for charity care, seek university…
STEM OPT Denial After H-1B Approval: Is It Common?
It's uncommon but possible for a STEM OPT to be denied after H-1B approval due to status changes. Once H-1B…
New Restrictions for F-1 Visa Holders Studying Abroad
The U.S. has restricted F-1 visa holders from study abroad programs exceeding five months, impacting international students' active status and…
H4 to F1 Visa: OPT Eligibility Without Full Two Years?
No, you don’t need to complete two full years on an F-1 visa to be eligible for Optional Practical Training…
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…
Re-Entering U.S. on Unexpired F-1 with Pending I-130: Nonimmigrant Intent Challenges
Re-entering the U.S. on an unexpired F-1 visa with a pending I-130 is complex. F-1 students must maintain nonimmigrant intent…
Timeline from F-1 Visa to U.S. Citizenship
The journey from an F-1 Visa to U.S. citizenship for Indian students can take 19 to 25+ years. It involves…
Common OPT Application Mistakes to Avoid
To avoid OPT application mistakes, adhere to the timing: apply 90 days before to 60 days after your program end…