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5 Tips to Extend Your Stay in USA After Graduation

Can international students stay in the USA after graduation? Without a doubt! However, the job search might be difficult for them. Tap to learn about the choices for extending the F1 student visa to stay in the USA after graduation.
#1 Optional Practical
Training (OPT)
An Optional Practical Training (OPT) extension permits international students on F1 visa to stay and work in the USA for 12 months after graduation.
#2 STEM-OPT Extension
Graduates of STEM courses are eligible for a STEM OPT extension, which allows them to stay and work for extra 24 months in the USA.
#3 H-1B Non-Immigrant Visa
Candidates hired for a particular job role that satisfies the visa conditions are eligible for the H1-B or Person in Specialty Occupation visa grant for 3 years.
#4 Green Card
A green card permits you to work anywhere in the USA after graduation and receive financial benefits. However, due to huge demand, obtaining one might take years.
#5 B-1/B-2 Visa
This is a temporary, non-immigrant visa that allows the holder to travel to the USA for work. It is issued for a maximum of 180 days and allows multiple entries.
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