Breaking News on F-1 + How to Start Your O-1 Journey

​On July 17, 2026, the Trump administration finalized a rule eliminating duration of status for F-1 and J-1 visa holders, effective September 15, 2026.

If you're on OPT or STEM OPT, this changes things.

In this free session hosted in partnership with Soundarya Balasubramani (O-1 Recipient), Manifest immigration attorney Henry Lindpere will break down exactly what this rule means for you — and walk you through one of the most viable alternatives to the H-1B: the O-1A visa.

We'll cover:
•⁠  ⁠What the new DHS rule actually says and who it affects
•⁠  ⁠What it means specifically for OPT and STEM OPT holders
•⁠  ⁠Your options if the H-1B didn't work out
•⁠  ⁠What the O-1A visa is and whether you could qualify
•⁠  ⁠How to start building your O-1 profile now, even if you're not ready to file
•⁠  ⁠How O-1A compares to other longer-term options like EB-1A and EB-2 NIW

Bring your questions. This is a live session. Register now to secure your spot.