Optional Practical Training Fees

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• Document number: 2026-20660
• Type: Proposed Rule
• Published: October 8, 2026
• Comments close: November 9, 2026
• Agency: Homeland Security Department

Official abstract

This rule proposes new fees for Optional Practical Training (OPT) to combat fraud, strengthen the integrity of the immigration system, and protect U.S. workers. The following fees would apply for each F-1 nonimmigrant student to engage in OPT through a Student and Exchange Visitor Program-certified institution: $70,000 for initial OPT; and $30,000 for any subsequent OPT.

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Data updated October 8, 2026