OPT in Crisis: Indian Students Face Collapse of Post‑Study Work Pathways
OPT continues in 2025 but with increased scrutiny: more audits, social media checks, narrower interview waivers, and possible…
Trump May Axe OPT Program, Threatening Thousands of Indian Jobs and Visas
The April 8, 2025 bill would eliminate OPT and the STEM extension, creating immediate uncertainty despite OPT remaining…
OPT program under attack as lawmakers push termination and tighter rules
OPT remains active but faces major threats in 2025: H.R. 2315 would abolish OPT; the DIGNITY Act would…
International Students in U.S. STEM Jobs Surge 54% in 2024, Boundless Finds
In 2024, STEM OPT participation rose 54% to 95,384 students, while total international enrollment reached 1.58 million. International…
OPT students face visa risk as US clamps down on fake consultancies
Authorities heightened OPT checks in 2025: ICE ended 4,700+ SEVIS records, and 300+ student visas were revoked. F-1…
OPT Worker Trapped in Toxic Job Without H‑1B Prospects
With the H-1B cap reached July 18, 2025, F-1 graduates on OPT face limited options. OPT provides 12…
Dignity Act 2025: Bipartisan Bill Allows Dual Intent for F-1 Students
DIGNITY Act of 2025 would permit dual intent for F-1 visas, lowering refusals under INA 214(b). It affirms…
No New OPT-Specific Taxes in 2025 Despite Major Tax Law
No OPT-specific tax exists as of August 8, 2025. The OBBBA (July 4, 2025) changed general tax rules…
Proposed DIGNITY Act Could End FICA Tax Exemption for OPT Students
The proposed DIGNITY Act would remove the FICA tax exemption for OPT students, imposing a 15.3% payroll tax…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…