FAQ on OPT and F1 Status for Students under H1B Cap-Gap
Introduction These Questions & Answers address the automatic extension of F-1 student status in the United States for certain students...
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Durbin-Grassley's Letter to DHS Secretary to terminate 17-month OPT extension program for STEM students
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Durbin-Grassley's Letter to DHS Secretary to terminate 17-month OPT extension program for STEM students
Senator Grassley and Senator Durbin's letter to DHS Secretary, Janet Napolitano requesting restoring integrity of H1-B Program and recon...
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H1B 'Cap Exempt' Visa as an Option?
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H1B 'Cap Exempt' Visa as an Option?
Most of the international students after graduation would focus their attention to find a job in corporate world. But it is always difficult...
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DHS Updated F.A.Q on 90–day unemployment rule for OPT students
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DHS Updated F.A.Q on 90–day unemployment rule for OPT students
Recently question was asked by a poster if 90 day unemployment rule on OPT is only applicable to 27 month OPT. Answer is 'NO'. The t...
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Document on Tax Exemption for OPT Students and Students on F1B visa
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Document on Tax Exemption for OPT Students and Students on F1B visa
In response to question asked by few posters on document or proof stating that OPT students are not required to pay Social Security Taxes an...
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Schools Approved by SEVIS that qualifies for 12 month OPT
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Schools Approved by SEVIS that qualifies for 12 month OPT
International Students looking to pursue higher education in United States are always concern about Universities which are eligible by SEVIS...
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H1B Approved and Currently on OPT : Can I transfer H1B ?
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H1B Approved and Currently on OPT : Can I transfer H1B ?
Students on OPT, who have been recently approved for H1B always have the question "I am currently on OPT and my H1B application was app...
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Students on OPT: Tips for Finding Job After Graduation
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Students on OPT: Tips for Finding Job After Graduation
If you are on OPT after graduating from an American university and currently actively looking for a job, you may find this post helpful. In ...
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F.A.Q on 90–day unemployment rule for students on 12-month OPT
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F.A.Q on 90–day unemployment rule for students on 12-month OPT
Last year USCIS released 90-day unemployment rule for students on OPT. This rule specifies an aggregate maximum allowed period of unemploym...
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Information on Tax Exemptions for OPT Students
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Information on Tax Exemptions for OPT Students
Most of the students who are on F-visa or on Optional Practical Training (OPT) having a legitimate job should remember that they are exempte...
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