Senator Eric Schmitt Urges Homeland Security to Review Optional Practical Training Rules
U.S. lawmakers clash over the OPT program, debating whether to codify post-graduate work rights into law or terminate…
$100,000 H-1B Fee Fails to Cut Visa Numbers, Analyst John Miano Says
The $100,000 H-1B fee targets overseas hires, shifting demand toward domestic candidates while keeping the annual 85,000 visa…
Return-to-Office Mandates Create Compliance Risks for H-1B Visa Workers
Return-to-office mandates in 2026 create significant legal compliance challenges for H-1B and STEM OPT workers regarding worksite location…
FICA Exemption for OPT and CPT Workers: How to Claim a Refund on Tax Filing
F-1 students must file 2026 taxes by April 15, 2027. Ensure FICA tax exemptions are applied and FBAR…
H-1B Cap-Gap Now Runs Through April 1 Under H-1B Modernization Final Rule
USCIS to notify H-1B lottery winners by March 31, 2026. New rules extend student cap-gap to April 2027…
Hardening U.S. Social Climate Forces International Students to Reconsider U.S. Universities
A hardening U.S. social climate and stricter visa enforcement are driving a 30% drop in student visas, impacting…
Lawmakers Push Bill To Codify OPT Into Federal Law Without Changing Rules
Bipartisan bill seeks to codify OPT into federal law to ensure stability, though current USCIS rules and filing…
Job Seekers Cut Years of Experience from Resumes to Avoid Looking Overqualified
Job seekers are trimming resumes to avoid 'overqualified' labels from AI filters, creating a conflict between hiring speed…
U.S. Reviews Optional Practical Training and STEM OPT Under America First Policy
DHS initiates a formal review of OPT and STEM OPT programs, signaling potential duration cuts and stricter oversight…
DHS Letter Signals Review of OPT Work Rules, Putting STEM Extensions at Risk
DHS is reevaluating the OPT and STEM work programs for international students, signaling potential cuts to work durations…
Texas Whistleblower Exposes H-1B Visa Scam Targeting F-1 Students
Texas journalist Sara Gonzales exposes a $1,000 'pay-for-paperwork' scam targeting international students, sparking a federal crackdown on H-1B…
Bill Aims to Boost Esports Outside Seoul with Tax Incentives
South Korea proposes making regional esports tax credits permanent to boost economic activity and tournament hosting outside the…
Joby Aviation Praises FAA Administrator Michael Whitaker as New Special Federal Aviation Regulation Takes Effect
The FAA's new powered-lift SFAR creates a legal framework for eVTOL air taxis, enabling pilot training and scheduled…
Japan Cancels V-22 Osprey Deployment on Okinawa for Iron Fist 26
Japan cancels GSDF V-22 Osprey deployment to Okinawa for Iron Fist 26. Travelers should prepare for regional demand…