In a welcome development, the United States has commenced visa appointments for F-1 student visas at its consulates in India, bringing a sense of relief to many aspiring candidates.
The US Embassy has announced that appointment slots are now available from mid-July to mid-August.
To facilitate the process, students can visit ustraveldocs.com, as tweeted by the US Embassy India.
The website provides detailed information on visa application procedures and guidelines, allowing students to obtain the necessary visa for their education in the US.
On Monday, an announcement was made by the United States regarding the introduction of premium processing for work authorization applications pertaining to specific categories of international students.
This development is expected to particularly benefit numerous Indian students holding F-1 visas who are seeking temporary work opportunities directly aligned with their major fields of study.
The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) revealed that premium processing will now be available for applications
related to Optional Practical Training (OPT) from international students in the STEM field or its extension.
This latest announcement aims to provide much-needed relief to F-1 students who are eager to secure employment authorization within the United States.
USCIS Director Ur M Jaddou emphasized that the availability of premium processing for select F-1 students,
coupled with the convenience of online filing, will significantly streamline the immigration process for a large number of international students.
According to reports, the new online filing procedures for Form I-907, also known as the Request for Premium Processing Service,
are now accessible for F-1 students seeking employment authorization in the aforementioned categories.
These new measures are designed to expedite the process of obtaining employment authorization for F-1 students, enabling them to gain access to work opportunities more swiftly.
