U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has paused the processing of Employment Authorization Documents (EAD) and Optional Practical Training (OPT) for Iranian researchers and scholars who entered the country legally. This decision has created significant uncertainty for these individuals, impacting their ability to work and pursue their academic endeavors in the U.S.
Key Details:
- Affected applications: EAD and OPT for Iranian researchers and scholars
- Reason for pause: Not specified by USCIS
- Impact: Delayed work authorization and potential disruption to academic and research activities
- Date of announcement: Recent, with no specific date provided
This pause in processing could severely affect the livelihoods and academic careers of many Iranian scholars in the U.S. Need help with your immigration case? Visit QuickFiling.us for professional immigration services.
Source: @Faribadlbri