Webinar
F-1 Visa, OPT, STEM OPT & H-1B:
Your Path to U.S. Opportunities
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Stay Ahead of Compliance Challenges and Protect Your Business
Unlock the potential of U.S. education and career pathways! Our guide covers everything international students and employers need to know about F-1 visas, F-2 dependents, OPT, STEM OPT, and the transition to H-1B.
Why Attend This Webinar?
- Navigate H‑1B Compliance with Confidence: Learn how to manage LCAs, Public Access Files, site visits, wage requirements, and audits effectively.
- Master OPT & STEM OPT Rules: Understand Form I‑983 training plans, E‑Verify requirements, and student supervision obligations to avoid violations.
- Avoid Costly Mistakes: Discover the most common compliance pitfalls and how to prevent them.
- Adapt to Policy Changes: Stay informed on evolving immigration laws, H‑1B lottery changes, and enforcement trends.
- Live Q&A with Experts: Get your questions answered directly by experienced immigration attorneys.
Key Highlights:
- F-1 Visa: Full-time study at SEVP-certified institutions with legal work opportunities through OPT.
- F-2 Dependents: Spouses and children can accompany students with limited work/study rights.
- OPT & STEM OPT: Gain hands-on experience directly related to your degree; STEM graduates can extend work authorization by 24 months with proper employer training plans (Form I-983).
- Cap-Gap & H-1B Transition: Maintain status while moving from F-1/OPT to H-1B, ensuring no gaps in employment authorization.
- Compliance & Legal Guidance: Avoid common pitfalls like unauthorized work, SEVIS violations, or STEM OPT reporting lapses. Employers must stay E-Verify compliant and follow Form I-983 obligations.
- Historical Insights: Learn how past proclamations and wage benchmarks shaped visa adjudications and hiring strategies.
Why it matters:
Understanding F-1, OPT, STEM OPT, and H-1B processes ensures smooth compliance, career growth for students, and access to global talent for employers.
Your Path Forward
From F-1 → OPT → STEM OPT → H-1B → Permanent Residency — a clear roadmap to success in the U.S.!