UMN 24-Month STEM OPT Extension Student Request 2016 free printable template

24Month STEM OPT Extension for Students on F1 Visas Summary The 12month period of OPT can be extended by 24 months, for certain Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) degree holders.

How to fill out UMN 24-Month STEM OPT Extension Student

How to fill out UMN 24-Month STEM OPT Extension Student Request

1. Review the eligibility criteria for the 24-Month STEM OPT Extension.
2. Obtain the necessary forms from the University of Minnesota's website.
3. Complete the UMN 24-Month STEM OPT Extension Student Request form with accurate personal information.
4. Provide details of your current OPT employment, including employer information and job description.
5. Gather supporting documents such as your current I-20, EAD card, and transcripts.
6. Submit the completed form and supporting documents to your designated school official (DSO) for review.
7. Await feedback or approval from the DSO, and make any necessary corrections if requested.
8. Once approved, your DSO will issue a new Form I-20 recommending the STEM OPT extension.
9. Submit your application to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) within the designated timeframe.

Who needs UMN 24-Month STEM OPT Extension Student Request?

1. International students currently on OPT who have completed a degree in a STEM field.
2. Students seeking to extend their work authorization under the STEM OPT program.
3. Students who want to gain additional practical training in their field of study.

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Are you eligible for a STEM OPT extension?

Eligibility for the STEM OPT Extension Have earned a bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree from a school that is accredited by a U.S. Department of Education-recognized accrediting agency and is certified by the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) at the time you submit your STEM OPT extension application.

How soon can you apply for STEM OPT extension?

You can request your STEM OPT Extension I-20 from ISS as early as 90 days before your current 12-month OPT Employment Authorization Document (EAD) Card expiration date. USCIS must receive your STEM OPT extension application before your current 12-month OPT EAD Card expiration date.

Can I be self employed on STEM OPT 24-month extension?

Students on a STEM extension can start a business and be self-employed. In this situation, the student must register his or her business with E-Verify and work full time.

How many days can F-1 students work after applying for stem OPT?

You can continue working & travel Your work authorization is automatically extended for up to 180 days while the 24-month STEM OPT extension application is pending. The USCIS receipt notice is documentation of the extended authorization. You can travel during your pending or approved STEM OPT extension period.

What is a 24-month OPT extension?

The STEM OPT extension is a 24-month period of temporary training that directly relates to an F-1 student's program of study in an approved STEM field.

What date are you eligible for a stem OPT extension?

USCIS must receive your OPT STEM Extension application before the expiration date of your post-completion EAD and within 60 days of the OPT STEM recommendation. You can apply up to 90 days before your post-completion EAD expiration date.

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What is UMN 24-Month STEM OPT Extension Student Request?

The UMN 24-Month STEM OPT Extension Student Request is a formal petition submitted by F-1 international students who have completed a STEM degree to request an extension of their Optional Practical Training (OPT) period for an additional 24 months.

Who is required to file UMN 24-Month STEM OPT Extension Student Request?

Students who are currently on a 12-month OPT and have earned a degree in an eligible STEM field are required to file the UMN 24-Month STEM OPT Extension Student Request to extend their practical training.

How to fill out UMN 24-Month STEM OPT Extension Student Request?

To fill out the UMN 24-Month STEM OPT Extension Student Request, students should complete the required forms accurately, provide necessary documentation such as a job offer from an employer enrolled in E-Verify, and submit it to their designated school official (DSO) for review and endorsement.

What is the purpose of UMN 24-Month STEM OPT Extension Student Request?

The purpose of the UMN 24-Month STEM OPT Extension Student Request is to allow eligible international students to remain in the U.S. for an additional period to gain practical work experience in their field of study, thereby enhancing their educational experience.

What information must be reported on UMN 24-Month STEM OPT Extension Student Request?

On the UMN 24-Month STEM OPT Extension Student Request, students must report personal information, details about their degree and educational institution, information about their current OPT employment, and the employer's E-Verify number.