Regarding grace periods following an OPT extension (USA)

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There is a 60-day grace period to leave the US after completing approved OPT (or OPT STEM extension). This is stated in federal regulation 8 CFR 214.2(f)(5)(iv):

An F-1 student who has completed a course of study and any authorized practical training following completion of studies will be allowed an additional 60-day period to prepare for departure from the United States ... However, an F-1 student who ... fails to maintain status is not eligible for an additional period for departure. (emphasis mine)

Note that there is no grace period if OPT ends due to failure to maintain status, for example, exceeding the limits on unemployment.

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