Trump targets 100,000 Indian OPT students in US with rising site visits
The Trump administration has increased unannounced site visits for nearly 100,000 Indian students on the OPT programme in the US, particularly those on STEM-OPT extensions. USCIS and ICE officers are inspecting both workplaces and student residences to verify compliance with visa regulations. Attorneys report a rise in Requests for Evidence (RFEs) and advise students and employers to maintain accurate records and promptly update employment or address changes to avoid jeopardising F-1 visa status.
The Trump administration has increased unannounced site visits for nearly 100,000 Indian students on the OPT programme in the US, particularly those on STEM-OPT extensions. USCIS and ICE officers are inspecting both workplaces and student residences to verify compliance with visa regulations. Attorneys report a rise in Requests for Evidence (RFEs) and advise students and employers to maintain accurate records and promptly update employment or address changes to avoid jeopardising F-1 visa status.
