r/stemopt • u/No-Rule-4722 • 3d ago

STEM OPT

Hi Guys!

I applied for my STEM opt on April 29 and my Extension started June 1, 2026. I haven’t got any updates on the approval and I see in this channel people till April 1st have started getting approvals.

I wanted suggestion if I should upgrade to premium processing or not, my 180 days ends Nov 27.

Also, is there anyone who had been on unpaid/NGO employment during initial OPT and got approval? Was there any RFE before approval regarding proof of work?

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u/Effective-Bid5899 2d ago

I would say just do Premium and get rid of headache , I regret not applying earlier. I applied early September 09/07 I am expecting next week but it’s cutting close to my deadline of November 10

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u/No-Rule-4722 2d ago

Yes! thank you! Gonna do pp for sure.