Is it possible for someone on an F-1 OPT visa to open their own business and work for themselves if that business is in their field of study?
24 Sep 2018Answer
In general, self-employment is permissible during the initial 12-month period of OPT. Self-employment normally is not permissible during a STEM OPT extension, however. (24.Sep.2018)
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