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STEM OPT EXTENSION ONLINE WORKSHOPImmigration ServicesInstructions View each slide completely It may be helpful to have the following document close by when viewing Form I983 Training Plan https://studyinthestates.dhs.gov/employersandtheformi983

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How to fill out STEM OPT extension:

1. Visit the official U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) website to download Form I-765, Application for Employment Authorization.
2. Gather all the necessary documents required to be submitted with the application, such as a valid passport, Form I-94, Form I-20, and a recent passport-sized photograph.
3. Complete Form I-765 accurately, providing all the requested information about your personal details, education, and employment history.
4. Ensure that you check the box for "Renewal of my permission to accept employment" under Question 16 on Form I-765.
5. Fill in the STEM OPT eligibility information on Form I-983, Training Plan for STEM OPT Students, which must be submitted with your application.
6. Make sure to sign and date Form I-765 before submitting it with the required supporting documents.
7. Pay the appropriate filing fee online using a debit or credit card, or include a check or money order payable to the "U.S. Department of Homeland Security" along with your application.
8. Make a complete copy of your application and supporting documents for your records.
9. Mail the application package, including Form I-765, Form I-983, and all supporting documents to the appropriate USCIS Lockbox facility listed on the USCIS website.

Who needs STEM OPT extension:

1. International students who have completed a degree in a STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) from a U.S. accredited institution.
2. Students who have been granted an initial 12-month OPT (Optional Practical Training) period and wish to extend their employment authorization for an additional 24 months under the STEM OPT program.
3. Individuals who have a qualifying job offer from an employer enrolled in E-Verify and are planning to engage in work directly related to their STEM degree.

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What is stem opt extension?

STEM OPT extension allows certain F-1 students with STEM degrees to extend their Optional Practical Training (OPT) period by 24 months.

Who is required to file stem opt extension?

F-1 students with STEM degrees who wish to extend their OPT period by 24 months are required to file for STEM OPT extension.

How to fill out stem opt extension?

To fill out STEM OPT extension, F-1 students must submit Form I-983 to their Designated School Official (DSO) along with other required documents.

What is the purpose of stem opt extension?

The purpose of STEM OPT extension is to provide students with additional work experience in their field of study after completing their degree.

What information must be reported on stem opt extension?

STEM OPT extension must include information about the student's employer, the practical training experience, and how it relates to their STEM degree.