The USCIS has now taken back it's earlier ruling with respect to OPT training STEM student can avail OPT training at the employer’s workplace or the employer’s client’s worksiteThe ruling was displayed on the USCIS website Students heading to the USA for higher studies can now heave a sigh of relief as the USCIS reversed the stance it took in April regarding optional … [Read more...]
Getting Optional Practical Training (OPT) in US for Students Gets Tougher
What is Optional Practical Training or OPT program? Why is the US planning to introduce changes? In this article, we discuss the program, proposed changes, and everything you must know about it. Students do not prefer the US anymore The number of F1 visas or academic student visas granted in 2017 has seen a sharp drop from 2016. While 471,728 F1 visas were granted in … [Read more...]