DHS to Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on Optional Practical Training Fees

DHS notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to impose new fees for each F-1 student to engage in Optional Practical Training (OPT). The fees would be $70,000 for initial OPT and $30,000 for any subsequent OPT. Comments are due 11/9/26. (91 FR 64566, 10/8/26)

DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

8 CFR Part 214

[DHS Docket No. ICEB–2026–0100]

RIN 1653–AB01

Optional Practical Training Fees

AGENCY: U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Department of Homeland Security (DHS).

ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM).