Foreign students face $70,000 costs in US
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has issued a notice proposing a fee of up to $70,000 for applications to the Optional Practical Training (OPT) program for international students holding F-1 visas, with an additional $30,000 fee for subsequent applications or extensions. This measure, which could be implemented after a consultation period lasting between 30 and 60 days, aims to combat fraud, protect the US labor market, and ensure that students and institutions comply with relevant laws. Students are permitted to participate in practical training for up to 20 hours per week during their studies, with opportunities to extend this after graduation in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. The current registration cost is approximately $500.
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