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Understanding Location Restrictions for OPT Employment: Work Authorization for International Students
If you are an international student seeking OPT employment, it is important to know if there are any location restrictions…
Understanding STEM OPT Rules: Incorporating Volunteer Work and Unpaid Internships
Volunteer work and unpaid internships can be included in the STEM OPT rules. STEM OPT allows international students to work…
Switching from Regular OPT to STEM OPT: Finding a Qualifying STEM Job
Yes, you can switch from regular OPT to STEM OPT if you find a qualifying STEM job. The STEM OPT…
Extending OPT: Can I Extend My F-1 Visa OPT Beyond 12 Months?
Yes, you can extend your OPT beyond the standard 12 months through the OPT extension program. This program, also known…
Understanding OPT Unemployment Limits and the Consequences: STEM OPT Compliance Rules
Exceeding the 90/150-day unemployment limits on OPT/STEM OPT has serious consequences. Violating OPT compliance rules can lead to the loss…
STEM OPT Employers: Understanding Reporting Requirements for OPT Extension
STEM OPT employers have certain reporting requirements to adhere to. These requirements are necessary for maintaining their OPT extension. It…
Understanding the OPT Grace Period and Post-OPT Status for F-1 Visa Holders
The OPT grace period is a time frame after the expiration of an F-1 student's Optional Practical Training (OPT) status,…
Understanding the 90-Day Unemployment Rule for OPT Students on F-1 Visa
The 90-day unemployment rule is a regulation that affects OPT students on F-1 visas. After graduation, OPT students have 90…