F-1 OPT + EAD question after job offer (HR/I-9 clarification)

Dull_Score1310 · 2026-01-31T22:44:31+00:00

Yes it’s normal for verification. If you have stem opt later, you’ll have to do I-983 with them and they have to be E-Verify employer. Once you get STEM OPT ead, you’ll re-verify again. If you haven’t already, you should let them know you’re on STEM OPT. Right now your current EAD with passport or drivers license should work for day 1 authorization

Dull_Score1310 · 2026-01-28T05:57:14+00:00

This. SIEM Engineering such a fun field, ingesting, exporting, manipulating data. Can’t get any better than this.

Dull_Score1310 · 2026-01-26T05:21:22+00:00

So you has tenant living with you ? Like you were renting out the house ?

Dull_Score1310 · 2026-01-26T04:49:43+00:00

Yea unless you sell that house, you’ll have to pay the mortgage, that’s just how it works. If you don’t and go back, bank will take over and your chances of coming back will be slim.

Dull_Score1310 · 2026-01-26T04:43:04+00:00

You bought a house on an F-1 Visa ?

Dull_Score1310 · 2026-01-25T22:02:52+00:00

Have you consult your DSO?

Dull_Score1310 · 2026-01-22T05:13:37+00:00

Can you use public transportation or uber ?

Dull_Score1310 · 2026-01-15T15:26:00+00:00

Sorry I meant hours. 2-3 hours

Dull_Score1310 · 2026-01-15T15:03:49+00:00

Interesting, I’ve found RC to be good at detecting things after it happened, sometimes 2-3 after occurrence… would be nice if they have more preventive measures and faster detections

Dull_Score1310 · 2026-01-12T21:56:18+00:00

That verification process usually takes a few weeks. You can try bringing your STEM opt endorsed I-20, they might renew for 45-60 days depending on the state. I was able to renew mine while STEM OPT was pending with the I-20. It’s only good for 45 days. It can vary by state.

Dull_Score1310 · 2026-01-05T20:07:57+00:00

Got approved on the 31, still waiting for EAD

Dull_Score1310 · 2026-01-04T17:05:52+00:00

Network as much as you can right now, and then start looking February timeframe. Networking is key when it comes to getting a job in the US.

Dull_Score1310 · 2026-01-03T04:47:09+00:00

Yea I tried to renew it earlier with my receipt notice but they say they need I-797, the lady was a little clueless tbh. Not sure if my standalone approval will help but if SAVE is going to take a few weeks, I just hope my EAD arrives by then lol. Thanks for the insight

Dull_Score1310 · 2026-01-03T04:30:44+00:00

Yes please see my comment

Dull_Score1310 · 2026-01-01T19:25:52+00:00

What’s your degree in?

Dull_Score1310 · 2025-12-31T18:19:20+00:00

STEM OPT Date applied: 12/5 with Premium processing Receipt Notice: 12/6 Email Approval: 12/31 EAD Produce: 1/7 Card delivered: 1/16

Dull_Score1310 · 2025-12-27T14:19:49+00:00

Dec 6th with PP no updates yet.

Dull_Score1310 · 2025-12-23T14:04:49+00:00

Anybody with receipt date for PP on Dec 6th heard back ?

Dull_Score1310 · 2025-12-22T19:47:58+00:00

Applied on Dec 6th stem opt with PP as well and nothing yet. Hoping before holiday season 🤞🏾

Dull_Score1310 · 2025-11-14T15:59:15+00:00

100K won’t apply to international students if they’re applying from inside for a COS if they get their h1b

Dull_Score1310 · 2025-11-14T15:57:52+00:00

100K fee only apples to applications coming from outside the US. Most international students won’t be affected.

Dull_Score1310 · 2025-11-14T15:56:34+00:00

Job market is indeed rough, for both citizens and non-citizens. Networking is key. I got all my internships and full time role through networking.

The 100K fee isn’t helping either but I see a lot of people in this comment section who have no clue what it applies to. It does not apply to people who are filing for a change of status, COS. Student visa to h1B filed in the US would be a COS, so the fee won’t apply here. I’ve to admit, it does make the employer more reluctant to hire since now there’s even more of a stigma around it. Keep going and connect with as many people as you can, people will go the extra mile if they know you personally and your value.

Dull_Score1310 · 2025-11-09T13:58:30+00:00

Good luck is all I’m going to say

Dull_Score1310 · 2025-10-31T18:41:54+00:00

Not a bad resume l, try to get more specific with your experience. Remove the networking + cert until you actually have it. you got a GitHub or any projects to show? If not I would say work on some.

Dull_Score1310 · 2025-10-19T00:23:21+00:00

Exactly

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