Immigration Lawyer Ari Sauer – The Immigration Answer Man

Memphis immigration lawyer Ari Sauer provides news and information on US immigration law.

Info on updates to the STEM OPT Rule

The Department of Homeland Security has issued updates to the regulations on extensions of Optional Practical Training (OPT) for foreign nationals on student visas with STEM degrees. The new rules will take effect on May 10, 2016.

Here is a link to the explanation of the changes to the regulations by fellow Siskind Susser law firm attorney Greg Siskind:

Siskind Summary: The Final STEM OPT Rule

Last updated on March 14, 2016, By Ari Sauer.

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