Trump administration proposes $70,000 OPT fee, Indians among those likely to be hit

The US has proposed a $70,000 fee for first-time Optional Practical Training OPT applications by foreign students.
A further $30,000 fee could apply when eligible STEM graduates seek a 24-month OPT extension after their initial period.
Indians could be among the hardest hit, making up 48% of students on STEM OPT in the US in 2024.
The proposal is not final yet and would face a public-comment period before any fees take effect.

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