🇺🇸 United States · Work Visa
F-1 OPT / STEM OPT
Post-graduation work authorisation for F-1 students. 12 months baseline, 24-month STEM extension available.
- Scoring
- Employer-sponsored
- Timeline
- 1mo–3mo
- Est. cost
- $500
- Category
- Work Visa
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- Current F-1 student status (or recent graduate)
- Work in field related to degree
- STEM-designated degree for the 24-month extension
Who this visa fits
OPT is the natural next step for F-1 grads. Always pair recommendation with H-1B (next cycle) or O-1 (if profile strong enough).
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