OPT Under Fire: Indian Students In US Fear Losing Jobs, Status, and Pay

Indian students on Optional Practical Training (OPT) in the US face increased uncertainty as new US policies threaten their work permits. Bills like the OPT Fair Tax Act and tightening H-1B visa rules raise fears about losing jobs and legal status. Site visits, tax hikes on H-1B holders, and stricter enforcement create anxiety within the Indian student community, as OPT is a critical bridge to professional careers and longer stays.

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OPT Under Fire: Indian Students In US Fear Losing Jobs, Status, and Pay
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OPT Under Fire: Indian Students In US Fear Losing Jobs, Status, and Pay

IN SHORTIndian students on Optional Practical Training (OPT) in the US face increased uncertainty as new US policies threaten their work permits. Bills like the OPT Fair Tax Act and tightening H-1B visa rules raise fears about losing jobs and legal status. Site visits, tax hikes on H-1B holders, and stricter enforcement create anxiety within the Indian student community, as OPT is a critical bridge to professional careers and longer stays.

TL;DR

  • OPT allows F-1 visa students to work post-graduation for up to 12 months or longer in STEM fields.
  • New US bills propose removing payroll tax exemptions, increasing tax burdens on OPT holders.
  • H-1B visa reforms and fee hikes threaten employment sponsorship.
  • USCIS site visits and enforcement have intensified, raising compliance challenges.
  • Students risk sudden loss of status and difficulty in visa transitions.
  • Online forums discuss sudden record terminations due to H-1B withdrawals.
  • Students and universities face increased regulatory burdens.
  • Alternatives like Canada and Germany gain appeal.

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