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SEVP issues reminders on enforcement of post-completion OPT and employer information requirement

  1. Original Date Announced

    January 4, 2021

    SEVP reminds educational institutions that they must update employer information for students on OPT in SEVIS. In 2020, SEVP sent notices to students who failed to report employment, and will continue to identify improperly maintained SEVIS records and notify institutions and individuals as needed.

    [ID # 1285]

    Enforcement of the Post-Completion OPT and Employer Information Requirement in SEVIS
  2. Effective Date

    January 4, 2021

Current Status

Fully in Effect

Original Trump Policy Status

Status: Final/Actual
Trump Administration Action: Agency Directive
Agencies Affected: ICE

Documents

Trump-Era Policy Documents

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