Get the free OPT (Optical Practical Training)

Northwestern State University International Student Resource Center 227 Russel Hall, 125 Central Avenue, Natchitoches, LA 71497 Phone: (318) 6575939, Email: international×insula.edu, Web: www.nsula.edu/internationalOPT

How to fill out opt optical practical training

How to fill out opt optical practical training

1. First, gather all necessary documents such as your passport, I-20 form, and any previous CPT authorization.
2. Research and identify potential OPT employers who are willing to provide you with practical training.
3. Fill out the Form I-765 (Application for Employment Authorization Document) accurately and truthfully.
4. Attach the required documents, including two passport-sized photos, a copy of your I-94 record, and the application fee.
5. Make sure to sign and date the Form I-765 before submitting it.
6. Submit your application package to the appropriate USCIS lockbox based on your current mailing address.
7. Keep track of your application status by checking the USCIS website or contacting the USCIS National Customer Service Center.
8. Once your OPT is approved, you will receive an Employment Authorization Document (EAD) card.
9. Start your OPT employment within the dates specified on your EAD card and report any changes or updates to your DSO.

Who needs opt optical practical training?

1. F-1 international students who wish to gain practical training experience related to their field of study.
2. Students who have completed at least one academic year of study and are in good academic standing.
3. Individuals who have been maintaining their F-1 status and are eligible for OPT according to USCIS regulations.
4. Students who have not exceeded the maximum cumulative period of full-time CPT (Curricular Practical Training).
5. Those who want to enhance their skills and knowledge by engaging in practical work experience in the United States.

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What is opt optical practical training?

OPT optical practical training is a program that allows international students on an F-1 visa to gain practical work experience related to their field of study.

Who is required to file opt optical practical training?

International students on an F-1 visa who wish to work in the United States in a field related to their academic program.

How to fill out opt optical practical training?

To apply for OPT optical practical training, students must work with their designated school official to complete the necessary forms and submit them to USCIS.

What is the purpose of opt optical practical training?

The purpose of OPT optical practical training is to provide international students with the opportunity to gain practical work experience in their field of study in the United States.

What information must be reported on opt optical practical training?

Students must report information such as their employer, job title, job description, and employment dates on their OPT optical practical training application.

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