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In this episode, attorney Jacob J. Sapochnick, provides an update on the OPT Stem Extension Decision.

https://soundcloud.com/askanimmigrationlawyer/ep-57-update-on-the-opt-stem-extension-decision

Notes:

OPT STEM has been extended.
This ruling will basically stop OPT Program.
District Court Judge Ellen Hovel found that the government made an error by not seeking public when it extended the 12-month OPT Program for STEM students.
The ruling could have invalidated the OPT extension immediately but instead the government gave 6 months to submit the OPT extension rule.
If the problem isn’t solved within 6 months, the OPT extension will be canceled on all these visa holders. They will then have only 2 months to leave the country.
OPT was created in 2008 due to the shortage of H1B visa.

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https://soundcloud.com/askanimmigrationlawyer/ep-50-how-to-apply-for-green-card-from-student-visa

In this series, Attorney Jacob J. Sapochnick, Esq. discusses the process of applying for permanent residence for individuals on a valid student visa.

Notes to keep in mind when applying for permanent residence:

– F visa holders must know that when they apply for a green card they may lose their chance of renewing their F1.

– The length of the green card process can take two or more years. This process will not allow you a right to stay in the US.

– Until you can get to the adjustment of status process, you won’t be allowed to work.

– It may take years to adjust your status especially for those from India and China.

– Always get advice from a qualified attorney before filing from an F1

For additional questions on how you can live and work in the United States please call our office for a legal consultation.

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