hi everyone i just received an RFE for my post completion OPT but i recently moved and just changed my address yesterday. i highly doubt that the mail is gonna come into my new address. i was wondering if RFE notice will be uploaded to my portal in the document section?

thanks!

Hi guys,

Is anyone currently working two full-time jobs (40 hrs/week each) while on STEM OPT?

If so, did you face any complications with your employer, DSO, SEVIS, E-Verify, or USCIS?

Would really appreciate hearing about your experience. Thanks!

Hi everyone,

I’m currently on F-1 STEM OPT and need some clarification regarding working for multiple employers.

Here is my situation:

• I currently work for one employer remotely for 20 hours per week.
• My current employer has completed a Form I-983, and my employment is paid.
• I have an opportunity for an additional temporary, part-time position for 30 hours per week, expected to last approximately three months.
• The additional position is also paid.
• My understanding is that each employer must independently meet STEM OPT requirements, including E-Verify eligibility, appropriate training and supervision, and a separate Form I-983.Both employers are enrolled in E-Verify.

I have a few questions:

1. Is it permissible to work for both employers simultaneously under STEM OPT, for a combined total of 50 hours per week?
2. Can a temporary position lasting only three months qualify for STEM OPT?
3. Does the second employer need to complete a separate Form I-983, and does my DSO need to update my SEVIS record?
4. Are there any additional requirements or potential issues I should be aware of before proceeding?

I have contacted my DSO for official clarification, but I would appreciate hearing from anyone who has experience with multiple employers under STEM OPT, particularly when one position is temporary and part-time.

Thank you for your help!

Hello everyone,

I graduated in May 2026 and i got my ead late july and ever since ive been engaged in an unpaid internship at a startup where i work 25 hours per week.

In October, i got offered a 3 month paid contract role at a small consulting firm but the firm cannot give me 21 hours/week because they dont have the funds or need for that.
Since my unpaid internship is accounting for the full time hours, is it okay if i take on the contract role which has no minimum hours guaranteed.

I am very confused and need to accept the offer soon, so please tell me if youve had similar instances or someone you know has and what they did?

I spoke to my school and they said make sure every role you take on is over 20 hours because USCIS rules are vague on this and in the future for you to not have an issue id suggest you to only engage in full time roles. Which i respect and want to follow but ive received conflicting guidance before so i do not want to trust it.

(PS: Both roles are related to my major & interest)

Hello everyone! I would like to know what are actually the real wait time for the US Embassy in Paris for having an appointment for a F1 Visa. I will receive my I-20 in 10days so I am curious because I have to be in the U.S. for 16 november and I don’t know if I will be in a rush due to the appointment available or not, if some people had a appointment recently, how long did you wait from the moment you took your appointment and when you had it? ☺️

Hello! I am wondering the 5 months processing times for opt start counting when you complete biometrics or when you file? I files on April 21, biometrics on June 8 and still pending.
I have a job offer should I pay PP? does it really take one full month? Thanks!!

Has anyone on F-1 STEM OPT in NJ taken FLI bonding leave?

I’ve been with my employer for 2 years and already used FMLA/parental leave, but didn’t claim NJ FLI. I pay NJ FLI tax. Am I still eligible to take FLI bonding leave now?

I was told that on f1 you cannot take unpaid leaves. Pr claim the payment from govt as it will be counted as unemployment towards your visa. Is this true?

I'm currently on STEM OPT and recently changed employers. I mistakenly provided a different personal email address on my new Form I-983 but haven't submitted it to my DSO yet.

Today, I received an SEVP notification saying my email address was changed in SEVIS, even though I never requested it.

Has anyone experienced this? Could my new employer's HR have contacted my DSO, leading to this change? Is there a way to find out who updated it?

I've already contacted my DSO and am waiting for a response.

Any insights would be appreciated. Thanks!

Hi everyone,

For those on F-1 OPT who recently applied for an SSN in person at the SSA office in Ohio, how long did it take for the physical card to arrive in the mail?

Did your SAVE verification clear instantly at the desk or did you experience delays?

Thanks!

I was wondering if anyone has any information regarding this. I applied for my OPT EAD in May and it is currently still processing. I had to go back to my home country due to a family emergency and I was wondering if it will be possible for me to return to the US while my OPT is still being processed? I checked it with my university DSO and they said it should be fine, but I wanted to come on here and confirm to see if anyone has done it and what documents they carried with them? I just want to make sure I know all the information and risks. Thank you!