Students who timely file an application for the 17-month OPT extension will be able to continue employment while the extension application is pending, until a final decision on the I-765 or for 180 days, whichever comes first.
However, As a result of the CLAIMS (Computer Linked Application Information Management Systems) interface failing to consistently update the status of OPT requests, SEVP has decided to temporarily suspend the 180-day OPT job. SEVP reports that a batch process has been developed to resolve outstanding issues. The notice also said that once they turn the 180-day maintenance job back on, they will continue to work with USCIS to update records in SEVIS before the 180 day period ends. See the full text of the SEVIS Notice yourselves at http://www.nafsa.org/_/Document/_/opt_180_day_cancellation.pdf
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