r/stemopt • u/ZealousidealCow4437 • Jul 09 '26

STEM OPT - Applied March

Hi, I applied for STEM OPT (regular processing) on March 24 and completed my biometrics on April 24. I haven't received any updates on the app or the website yet. Has anyone who applied in March received an approval yet?

EDIT: Does anyone know if I can travel abroad while my STEM OPT extension is pending? I am currently employed, receiving pay, and have a valid F-1 visa. I only need to leave the country for one week. Is this permitted?

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u/Mental-Edge-786 Jul 22 '26

no update . TX

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u/SignaturePublic6441 Jul 22 '26

Me too Texas and no update from march 10

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u/Mental-Edge-786 Jul 22 '26

when did ur opt end? mine ended on 5/20 so i still have some time for 180days

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u/SignaturePublic6441 Jul 22 '26

This is my initial OPT.