Proposed OPT Fee Requires Rulemaking Before It Becomes Payable
Reuters reported October 7 that the U.S. administration proposed steep new OPT-related charges for international students. The report described a proposal, not an enacted fee.
What was reported
Reuters reported October 7 that the U.S. administration proposed steep new OPT-related charges for international students. The report described a proposal, not an enacted fee.
Why it matters
Practical training eligibility and filing charges are governed by official DHS and USCIS instructions. A headline can create anxiety, but paying an intermediary for a rumored waiver does not establish eligibility.
What to watch
Read the actual proposal, public-comment process and eventual final agency action.
Reporting limits
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RecoupRev Editorial Research. “Proposed OPT Fee Requires Rulemaking Before It Becomes Payable.” RecoupRev, October 11, 2026. https://recouprev.com/article/oct11-proposed-opt-fee-requires-rulemaking-before-it-becomes-payable