HOW CAN I STAY IN THE US? | How to stay in the US as an international student, F1 Visa to Green Card

I came to the US on an F1 visa back in 2016. As I contemplate looking for jobs and remaining in the country there are special regulations I must follow. How can I stay in the US? In this video I talk about F1 (international student visa) regulations, OPT (Optional Practical Training) year, H1B Visa (Work Visa) and how to stay in the US as an international student through a journey from F1 Visa to Green Card. No matter what you're in school for, if you're an international student, WATCH THIS VIDEO.
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[@epiccool6242]

Your vieods are not boring,seen this video late,appriciate to you for sharing information ❤️

[@flash7529]

Thank you very much for the information very much appreciated! Hope you got an H1B visa

[@juliancorredorhernandez2528]

Great video! appreciate the time you spent doing this, please keep us updated about how your journey goes, and keep it up!

[@MyInnerCataclysm]

Thank you so much! :)

[@beatrizcarrizo1208]

Gracias por hacer este video! It was highly informative y te entiendo totalmente. I’m on the same boat 🥺

[@alihassani3923]

thank you for the information and more importantly the positive Energy.

[@jaivaldesai4020]

You just got a new Sub. Great Going!!

[@kymbelinbruce]

Very insightful video My Inner cataclysm

[@scrapbookk8775]

Thanks so much this was so helpful God bless you

[@eyueldereje2911]

thank u it rly helped

[@divanksaini984]

Thanks for information...

[@jamalbobo5503]

Good luck to you. My nice coming soon.i don't know where I can start. Great video thanks

[@dantepardo5924]

wow...really helpful

[@oussamazakire64]

keep going thank u for the informations

[@MyInnerCataclysm]

Thanks for watching!! I’m so glad you liked the video :)

[@navjeetathlete712]

I m in love with your style of facing camera and explore things in unique way .🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@MyInnerCataclysm]

Thank you😊

[@rinsleegonsalves6532]

Superb video 😍

[@lifeofjazminherrera]

great video

[@cristiangheorghe1st]

Good luck! Salutari soțului tău

[@pvrtynextdoor]

F1 is the most bs visa, hopefully to get my h1b after opt

[@Zuzizuzi699]

You are so sweet! I hope everything will go great for you

[@MyInnerCataclysm]

Thank you so much! It definitely has worked out :)

[@nabeelkhan00]

Best of luck dear

[@MyInnerCataclysm]

Welcome to the comment section! What are your thoughts? :)

[@nathan_408]

nice video, i'm brazilian and i'm excited to try, i do STEM and i hope that 3 years is enough to get a sponsor and in the future a greencard.

[@MyInnerCataclysm]

That's awesome! Just focus your time on building solid connections! That's what matters most

[@fatinnoor2422]

Hey, SEVIS fees definitely increased but it was never $500. I paid like $250. Also, an F-1 visa for undergrads is 5 yrs in total, not 4 yrs.

[@LiciousJesssi]

yess.. it is what it is and it is sad... im in psych major.. im international student as well.. i think everyone knows that our tuition cost much more!! so each semester i spend 7 to 8000 USD. NOT including all my living cost etc. I always have passion in helping people especially teenagers.. I did not know that America doesnt really care abt sponsoring international students that willing to help! but America would give more OPT time extensions for STEM students. if i could turn back time, i would def choose australia than America.

[@kyroking9934]

I’m an f1 student and I’m studying pre-dental.... all I can say is, the system is against us🥺😢

[@MyInnerCataclysm]

Yes!! It definitely is :((

[@kymbelinbruce]

Please check Aamirz TwoCents channel. He did a video on how to get a company that sponsors HB1 Visa or Job visa

[@harrisn3693]

Honestly, if you have enough money you can legally buy a green card in the US

[@kyroking9934]

@@harrisn3693 wym?

[@Nonofactos2]

@@harrisn3693 how?😂

[@marinagromov5075]

You need to look more in to eb3(company bdv solutions) or for certified nurse could it be absolutely a different process which would lead to a green card

[@charlotteleroux4690]

Do you have any updates to share on your job-seeking process?? Did you get an offer for a job and sponsorship from that bigger hospital? You communicate really well and seem so wonderful, any hospital in the US would be lucky to have you! I'm hoping to go to physician assistant school on an F-1 visa and get a job in the US afterward. Glad I came across this video, made me realise it may not be as easy as I thought it would be to get a hospital to sponsor me, but I'm going to try anyway. :)

[@MyInnerCataclysm]

Hey there! I'd love to chat more about this! Please message me on Instagram! @myinnercataclysm :)

[@devbachu7072]

They make it harder for all foregin students coming to the USA because after you finish studying you have to go back many do not ok

[@natasharaj8221]

So I came here to pursue my nursing but my CGFNS gave me a report that my requirements were equal to the nursing in the states is it possible to change my F1 visa to work visa without continuing studying

[@gospodinbinev4155]

Hello Cata! I would like to know, if you were able to get the sponsorship from the upcoming interview that you talk about in this video?

[@malekwaleed6031]

What if I got a fully funded scholarship , do I get F1 Status? Also what about cpt isn't it also eligable?

[@danipallares02]

Thank you for the information! The only thing I wonder is how you were able to sustain yourself if you were only able to work 20 hours per week? I would really appreciate it if you could answer this. Thank you!

[@reginaphalange7074]

Hey Cata! I just wanted to know would it be easier to get a green if you complete your master's from the USA or is the process pretty much the same And also, if you're pursuing a degree like MBA, how hard it is to find a job and a company who is willing to sponsor you? Thanks so much for the video tho :) Really helpful ❤️

[@lancepeterclarete6144]

Up… I want to take a Bachelors though

[@vizx8574]

What happen if your employer doesnt sponser you or things doesnt work out and you have to move back to your home country , then how you will gonna work out with your marriage ? Since your husband and you are from different countries .

[@hi92446]

I am a grad student in the USA, and I like to see this video every time I want to get to appreciate how lucky I am for having got my green card while I am still in school. Thank you for help me feel better when I feel down

[@visiongt3944]

You have nothing to feel bad about. You haven't seen my pain. 17 years still waiting for green card in legal queue, even illegals are getting it before me. Truly gut-wrenching feeling of betrayal by the US govt.

[@traycephan5431]

was it through school/work/research or?

[@mahdisalah2685]

@@visiongt3944 my god!!!! this is extremely wrong sometimes I ask my self is it really worth it to go over all of this hard work, anxiety, fear and uncertainty when we can go to countries like Canada or the UK or to almost all countries of Europe and feel more welcomed by the government and the system all while paying less amount of money

[@MyInnerCataclysm]

This is exactly why I packed my bags and went back home (like I said in my latest video😂)

[@hi92446]

While in grad school I published several papers in high impact international journals and also I developed several patents. All this helped me to apply for the extraordinary ability green card while in school

[@kearantao3497]

I don't understand the sponsorship part. Can you do a video just clearing it out please

[@olirisky8154]

Hi There! I was wondering how do you pay for food, living etc when you are working under the OPT? Do you still live on campus? Do you have to fully provide for yourself?

[@MyInnerCataclysm]

When you're on OPT you get to work off campus on something directly related to your major. You live life as normal. You make money, you buy food.

[@nathalyveneros6225]

Hi, I love your videos, since you’re from Chile I’m gonna write in Spanish. Yo tengo previsto ir a Los Angeles a estudiar en septiembre, y la verdad no conozco a nadie ahí, y tengo un montón de dudas sobre la visa F1, OPT, y el poder hacer vídeos en KZbin ahi. Crees que podrías ayudarme? 🥺🙏

[@MyInnerCataclysm]

Claro! Escribre a mi instagram y te responderé lo que pueda :)

[@jvblanc9532]

Thank you so much! May I know how you tell recruiters that you are an international student and that you need sponsorship?? How did you tell them about the OPT? Thanks

[@MyInnerCataclysm]

Hi Jamar! Absolutely :) I either tell them in person when I meet them or I call them on the phone and I let them know that I am an international student on an F1 visa and that I will get 1 year to work (OPT) But after that will need a work visa in order to continue working with them. Unfortunately most of them are not able to provide sponsorship an even if they are willing it is a huge gamble.

[@kymbelinbruce]

Please check Aamirz TwoCents channel. He did a video on how to get a company that sponsors HB1 Visa or Job visa

[@Humphreyokeke]

Hey Caty, I'm currently in the US on FI graduate student any idea how to bring my fiance who's in UK studying law?

[@gurdeepsaini7171]

Can i get multiple visa for canada if I’ll as Student in usa

[@nikhilsanil1956]

Hai cata.. I want to ask some serious questions? I hope u would reply?

[@3od3boood1]

Hey Cata, We are on same the boat. I am an RT with master's degree and I am looking for a sponsorship. I have a question, when do you tell the employer that you need a sponsorship? is it during interview or during hiring process. Thank you.

[@MyInnerCataclysm]

Definitely the interview! You always want to be transparent about your situation. Don't discuss payment or vacations during an interview haha but definitely always mention your need for sponsorship

[@kymbelinbruce]

Please check Aamirz TwoCents channel. He did a video on how to get a company that sponsors HB1 Visa or Job visa

[@LuziaMoba]

Hi, I'm in this same situation. Did you end up finding a job that will sponsor you? How is your situation now?

[@MyInnerCataclysm]

Feel free to dm me with questions on my Instagram! @myinnercataclysm

[@kwamelegacy6934]

@@MyInnerCataclysm hello can we have a chat

[@matthewbromley2893]

How is it going now? I'm a Junior in College and nervous ill get deported because i wont be able to find a job that sponsors me after i graduate

[@MyInnerCataclysm]

Focus right now on building connections! It's not too early

[@charlottecajucom4000]

Hi one of the requirements to study nursing in a school in US is to submit chemistry, biology, and other science subject scores. Did you just submit your TOR from your high school or did you take a course like pre-nursing or whatever just to fill that requirement?

[@MyInnerCataclysm]

I'm my university the first year we took all those courses anyway, but if you can get credit for ones you already took then go for it!

[@avaq2588]

Also international, currently working I hate the life so much I feel like I’m using up my youth in worrying but I’m also from a terrible country so idk what options I have right now… 🙁.

[@MyInnerCataclysm]

Look into other countries!! Canada, England... The US is not the only way out!

[@avaq2588]

@@MyInnerCataclysm Thank you for your kind response. I am definitely looking at other countries. I just need to find a job or get into graduate school in those countries. I really want to move somewhere else.

[@MyInnerCataclysm]

Definitely do that :) if you ever wanna chat dm me on Instagram!

[@3od3boood1]

Does nursing and respiratory considered as STEM degrees? Are we allowed for a extension?

[@MyInnerCataclysm]

Nursing is NOT considered STEM and does not qualify for an H1B visa. As for an extension I'm not sure what you mean

[@3od3boood1]

My Inner Cataclysm if Nursing is not STEM you cant extended your OPT for 24 months. OPT extension only applies on STEM degrees.

[@kymbelinbruce]

Please check Aamirz TwoCents channel. He did a video on how to get a company that sponsors HB1 Visa or Job visa

[@thesouloflife1428]

I am planning to study 2 years associate degree in USA, can I apply H1B visa? I have 2 bachelors degrees back in my country would that be accepted?

[@MyInnerCataclysm]

Oof! That's a difficult question, I'm not sure how it applies to associate degrees. What have they told you so far?

[@bantawarai2038]

Great stuff!! 🙂 are you allowed to make money as a f1 student through youtube?

[@martinenyx-filmstuff305]

No

[@visiongt3944]

It's difficult for Chinese and even more so for Indians... Avg wait time is 30-84 years for legal employment based Green Card. White people countries have no waiting, they have it easy by all means. No waiting for EB visa. So good life! Born with a golden spoon.

[@aliammar1829]

Hope a good luck for you which state you study in?

[@MyInnerCataclysm]

Thank you so much! 😊

[@bellaame6853]

Any update on you, did you get a job who sponsors you?

[@MyInnerCataclysm]

I did and then I quit🙊 watch my latest video!

[@imtheking_3256]

Studying for computer science.. Hoping someone would sponsor me for h1b

[@MyInnerCataclysm]

Best of luck! I really hope things work out for you!

[@celinesocool]

Hey!Can you go to any courses or classes on student visa. (courses and classes which are not a part of college)?

[@MyInnerCataclysm]

Mm you'd have to be more specific. Give me an example?

[@celinesocool]

@@MyInnerCataclysm hmm lets say acting classes for example:)Also ty for answering!

[@MyInnerCataclysm]

Ofc!! That's what I'm here for! And yes!! Absolutely :) if you're in a university and you want to take extra courses you absolutely can. You just have to make sure they fit well with your schedule and be aware of how much extra money you'll spend. I recommend auditing classes that interest you but don't add to your major, like acting! If you audit the class you don't pay full price for it and you don't have to take the tests and study for them so it allows you to expand your interests without being stressed

[@celinesocool]

@@MyInnerCataclysm tysm!!you helped soo much:)

[@MyInnerCataclysm]

Glad I could help :) you can always contact me on my insta! Whenever you like

[@martinenyx-filmstuff305]

So what's next if you don't find someone willing to sponsor you for a work visa?

[@MyInnerCataclysm]

I already didn't and I went back to my home country, but one can go back to school for a grad degree!

[@kimanibunwarrie1501]

So if u do youtube and u make money from it from a cred it card u have as an international student . Even that is against the law?

[@MyInnerCataclysm]

Technically yes

[@kimanibunwarrie1501]

@@MyInnerCataclysm wait does it depends on the state u go

[@roselee5512]

Wait I want to go to America to do modelling etc and get a student visa am I not allowed to do that?😔

[@MyInnerCataclysm]

Probably not unfortunately :/

[@Vegan_scorpioo]

You can apply for some modeling institude in America which accept international student and offer them f-1 visa and then email them ask them your questions,as I'm told by them ,You need money for 2 years studying your programs and your living as well which it depends on what modeling institude you want to go ,then you're not allow to make money at all cuz it's a student visa not working visa (so enough money is bet)but during studying in your concidering school you'll find so much professional agency which help you if you'll try to deal with them as well then you make a deal as modeling contract and work for them for certain amount of time which Us required to let you to stay,dont worry about that at least studying in US is the big opportunity for the rest of your way .that's it,Just go ,find a affordable and giver institude and ask them .

[@jude9716]

Come to Canada. We have lots PR opportunity here specially professional like you.

[@oscar_1742]

Hey, I was just wondering, why dont businesses want to give you a greencard sponsorship? I am from England by the way!

[@harrisn3693]

Well because it costs them $25k....basically they will pay the government your salary just to sponsor you so they won’t usually do it. Also if you are in aerospace and aviation, unless you are a NATO soldier, good luck having even the smallest company to sponsor you.

[@oscar_1742]

@@harrisn3693 Thanks, that is helpful to know!

[@harrisn3693]

@@oscar_1742 I’m in a similar situation as I am from Canada. Trust me, Americans are communists when it comes to immigration.

[@hermannpilatus1415]

@@harrisn3693 this is very discouraging. I am an international student and study aviation maintenance technology. Why do you think it is much harder to get sponsored in aerospace or aviation?

[@harrisn3693]

@@hermannpilatus1415 well, in short....American arrogance and exceptionalism. They don’t want other countries to overtake their lazy workers in Boeing who make $40/hour riveting a wing manually. They are very union oriented.

[@roselee5512]

And also how long am I not allowed to make money like a few months

[@MyInnerCataclysm]

For as long as you're on a student visa

[@hermannpilatus1415]

You could apply for a special work permit to work off campus due to financial hardship. This application costs money and takes a few months and is not guaranteed. Once you get the permit, you can work off campus and make a little bit more money per hour, but your work time is still restricted to 20 hours a week while school is in session.

[@confucianismdaoism1586]

Hows the job search going? and Hows the quarantine life goin huh? what a terrible time to graduate as F1 student? sh!!!!!!t...

[@MyInnerCataclysm]

I have been hired onto a job through a recruiting agency :) and yes it has been really difficult for F1 people during this time

[@Nikofromda6]

@@MyInnerCataclysm i’m freaking out as to how hard everything is , I too am an engineering major , school is difficult and i’m scared about the future and the OPT :(

[@thelma0014]

Are you allowed to make money from KZbin without the sponsorships from businesses and stuff? Like with just views.

[@MyInnerCataclysm]

Not really because KZbin is an American company

[@karlbrian9972]

Hi,, don't you think it's a little weird to ask for a sponsorship for greencard yet they haven't seen what you can do yet? What if you decide to just start working then you give it in your best and then one time just ask if they could sponsor you,, what is the worst thing that can happen?

[@MyInnerCataclysm]

If you start working without a guarantee of sponsorship you won't have enough time to process immigration papers and can be made to leave the country as soon as your opt runs out in a year

[@Dee-mw9gi]

Will I get deported if I drop out of school

[@MyInnerCataclysm]

If you're on a student visa then your status in the country depends on your student status. So dropping out would disqualify you

[@Dee-mw9gi]

@@MyInnerCataclysm how do I go about obtaining a green card before my major is over

[@MyInnerCataclysm]

Oof... If only I knew :( it's very hard... You can apply to the diversity visa lottery

[@Dee-mw9gi]

@@MyInnerCataclysm how did you manage?

[@MyInnerCataclysm]

I signed with a recruiting agency, hated my life, and left the country voluntarily😂 you can watch my latest video for details

[@RJB293]

Fall in love and get married ;)

[@MyInnerCataclysm]

Pretty much hahaha