OPT
Get the latest on OPT for graduates – essential tips, application guidelines, and updates on work permits for international students in the U.S.
Found an OPT Card? Here’s What to Do
If you find someone's OPT or STEM OPT card, handle it responsibly. Contact the cardholder if possible, or submit it to the nearest U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) office.…
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…
USCIS Updates: New STEM OPT Rules for Student Visas
USCIS updated guidance on F/M Nonimmigrant Student Classification, providing clarity on STEM OPT extensions, online learning, school transfers,…
Employer’s Guide After Hiring After Hiring a OPT Candidate
The OPT program helps businesses access skilled international talent but requires navigating complex regulations for compliance. Key steps…
OPT EAD Approved But Not Delivered: What To Do?
If your OPT or STEM EAD card is approved but not delivered, log into your USCIS account to…
Understanding Day 1 CPT: What International Students Need to Know
Curricular Practical Training (CPT) allows F-1 visa students to gain work experience related to their studies after one…
OPT Benefits for International Students
OPT provides international students with practical work experience in their field, enhancing skills and career prospects while contributing…
Common OPT Application Mistakes to Avoid
To avoid OPT application mistakes, adhere to the timing: apply 90 days before to 60 days after your…
F-1 Visa to Green Card Process Timeline for Indian Students
To obtain an F-1 visa, get accepted to an SEVP-certified U.S. school, pay the SEVIS fee, complete Form…
OPT Rules: Does the 5-Month Rule Apply to Remote Work from Different Country?
The 5-month rule for F-1 students mandates that a student's SEVIS record will be terminated if out of…