Avoiding Denial in Your OPT and STEM OPT Extension Applications
Avoiding Denial in Your OPT and STEM OPT Extension Applications
New York State Employers: 2024 Salary Basis Thresholds Raised
Recently, we received news about the Salary Basis Thresholds Raised in New York for executive and administrative employees to meet the exemption from overtime, distinct from the upcoming raises in salary thresholds for pay frequency purposes. Key Insights: Thresholds for Overtime Exemption Salaries The New York State Department of Labor (NYDOL) issued a notice of…
Applying for an Asylum Green Card
If you’ve lived in the U.S. for one year post-asylum approval, you’re eligible to apply for Asylum Green Card and transition to “lawful permanent resident” (LPR) status. Likewise, if your spouse and children derived asylum status from your application, they’re also eligible for green cards at this point, or even before you, without a waiting…
Are Day 1 CPT Universities Fraudulent? Tips for Safeguarding Your Immigration Future
For many international students in the U.S., master’s programs provide valuable work experience and a potential path to remain in America. One of the opportunities these programs offer is Curricular Practical Training (CPT), particularly Day 1 CPT, allowing students to engage in real-world work scenarios from the start of their academic journey. However, with the…
Why Was My OPT Application Denied?
OPT (Optional Practical Training) is employment training directly related to an F-1 student’s major area of study. Eligible students can apply for up to 12 months of employment authorization in below formats: However, any period of Pre-completion OPT will be deducted from the total available duration of Post-completion OPT. OPT serves as a work permit granted…
H1b-Labor Condition Application (LCA) Process
Introduction H1B approval requires a certified Labor Condition Application (ETA Form 9035), endorsed by the Department of Labor (DOL) prior to submitting the H1B petition to USCIS. Furthermore, the employer must maintain a public access file demonstrating adherence to the LCA requirements. To assist H1B employers and employees, we provide an overview of the H1B…
OPT Fraud Investigation Targets APEX IT SYSTEMS, INC
APEX IT SYSTEMS, INC Faces Allegations of OPT Fraud APEX IT SYSTEMS, INC, located in Middletown, DE, is currently under investigation for suspected fraudulent practices. The company has been charging international students $200 for employment letters during their OPT (Optional Practical Training) period, which many Indian students relied on to secure STEM OPT extensions and…
How to File your I-765 Online for OPT Application
Who Is Required to Submit Form I-765? USCIS has clarified that only the following students pursuing Optional Practical Training (OPT) can file your I-765 Online: Individuals applying under all other eligibility categories must submit a paper application to file their Form I-765. Essential Documents for Filing Form I-765 Online While USCIS has introduced an online…
Applying for a US driver’s license with an F-1 visa
Driver’s licenses in the United States are issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) in individual states. Although all states recognize each other’s licenses, you are typically required to obtain a license in your home state. As the name suggests, a driver’s license is required for driving vehicles in the United States. If you…
Key Inquiries About SEVIS I-901 Fee
The SEVIS I-901 fee is required by the U.S. Congress to sustain the program office and the automated system responsible for monitoring international students and ensuring their compliance with status regulations while in the United States. Each international student who receives an initial Form I-20 is obligated to pay this fee to SEVP. SEVIS I-901…
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