US tightens opt compliance monitoring impacting Indian STEM graduates
The development highlights evolving regulatory oversight in U.S. immigration pathways and underscores the importance of compliance for Indian students navigating
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Delays in OPT work authorization create uncertainty for Indian graduates across US universities
Authorities have not yet announced immediate policy changes, but discussions around improving processing efficiency are ongoing PRAVASISAMWAD.COM Processing delays in
Trump Calls It a ‘Shame’ as New Gold Card Visa Targets Retention of Global Talent
Critics argue that OPT operates without congressional approval and now supports nearly as many workers as the H-1B visa programme
Foreign students on OPT may lose tax exemption under proposed US immigration bill
Dignity Act of 2025 could require international graduates to pay Social Security and Medicare taxes PRAVASISAMWAD.COM A proposed immigration reform
Indian students in US face deportation threat over OPT compliance
Immigration experts are advising students to seek immediate legal counsel and not ignore such notices, as non-compliance can result in
Indian diaspora body in US wants changes in training programme for foreign students
The Foundation for India and Indian Diaspora Studies (FIIDS) in a letter to Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security said