Are OPT & STEM OPT Students Under DHS Surveillance? USCIS & SEVP Updates 2025

Are international students on OPT and STEM OPT under DHS surveillance? In this video, we break down the latest USCIS & SEVP updates for 2025 regarding Optional Practical Training (OPT) and the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) OPT extension.

Many F-1 visa holders worry about whether the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) monitors their activities while on OPT or STEM OPT. We’ll discuss:

What kind of monitoring DHS conducts on F-1 visa holders
How SEVP (Student and Exchange Visitor Program) tracks student compliance
Employer reporting requirements for STEM OPT participants
Common reasons for RFEs (Requests for Evidence) or denials
Best practices to maintain status and avoid visa issues

With recent immigration policy changes and increased scrutiny on foreign workers, it’s crucial to stay informed about compliance requirements. If you’re an F-1 visa holder, a prospective international student, or an employer hiring OPT/STEM OPT students, this video is for you!

#opt #stemopt #f1visa #uscis #dhs #internationalstudents #immigrationnews #h1b #studyabroad #sevp #uscisupdates

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Are international students on OPT and STEM OPT under DHS surveillance? In this video, we break down the latest USCIS & SEVP updates for 2025 regarding Optional Practical Training (OPT) and the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) OPT extension.

Many F-1 visa holders worry about whether the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) monitors their activities while on OPT or STEM OPT. We’ll discuss:

What kind of monitoring DHS conducts on F-1 visa holders
How SEVP (Student and Exchange Visitor Program) tracks student compliance
Employer reporting requirements for STEM OPT participants
Common reasons for RFEs (Requests for Evidence) or denials
Best practices to maintain status and avoid visa issues

With recent immigration policy changes and increased scrutiny on foreign workers, it’s crucial to stay informed about compliance requirements. If you’re an F-1 visa holder, a prospective international student, or an employer hiring OPT/STEM OPT students, this video is for you!

#opt #stemopt #f1visa #uscis #dhs #internationalstudents #immigrationnews #h1b #studyabroad #sevp #uscisupdates

⚠️ Disclaimer:
By watching our videos, you agree and understand that the information provided (even by attorneys) is not legal advice. Usage is at your own risk.

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