My STEM OPT application was just denied by the USCIS because my employer was not registered with E-Verify. Am I out of status? What are my options?

Answer

You should be eligible for the 60-day grace period in F-1 status as long as your STEM OPT was not denied due to an F-1 status violation. While you are in your grace period, you may transfer your SEVIS to another program of study or apply for a change of status from F-1 to another nonimmigrant category. You should check with your DSO right away to make sure your SEVIS record has not been completed upon the issuance of the denial decision. If completed, your DSO may be able to submit a datafix request to reactivate your SEVIS record. (28.Aug.2024)

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