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SS 205 VIRGINIA BRANCH CAMPUS 400 N. Washington St. Suite 200, Falls Church, VA 22046 Tel: 703-663-8088, Fax: 703-663-8090 OPTIONAL PRACTICAL TRAINING(OPT) REQUEST FORM STUDENT NAME Last First STUDENT

How to fill out optional practical trainingopt request

How to fill out optional practical trainingopt request:

1. Obtain the OPT request form from your designated school official (DSO).
2. Carefully read all instructions provided on the form and gather all necessary documents.
3. Fill out the personal information section accurately, including your full name, date of birth, and contact information.
4. Provide your immigration status details, such as your SEVIS number and your current visa type.
5. Indicate the degree level you have completed and the field of study for which you are requesting optional practical training.
6. Specify the dates you are requesting for your OPT, keeping in mind the eligibility requirements and limitations.
7. Sign and date the form, verifying the accuracy of the information provided.
8. Gather any required supporting documents, such as a copy of your passport, I-94 card, and your most recent I-20 form.
9. Submit the completed OPT request form and supporting documents to your DSO for review and endorsement.
10. Your DSO will review your application and supporting documents, and if everything is in order, they will endorse your OPT request and provide you with a new I-20 form.
11. Mail your endorsed OPT request, along with the required fee and other supporting documents, to the appropriate USCIS lockbox facility.
12. Monitor the status of your OPT application online and follow any additional instructions provided by USCIS.
13. Once approved, you will receive an Employment Authorization Document (EAD) card, which will serve as proof of your authorization to work in the United States under OPT.

Who needs optional practical trainingopt request?

1. International students studying in the United States on an F-1 visa who wish to gain practical work experience directly related to their field of study.
2. Students who have completed their course of study or degree requirements and are within their grace period.
3. Individuals who meet the eligibility requirements set by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) for optional practical training.

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What is optional practical training (OPT) request?

Optional Practical Training (OPT) is a temporary employment authorization for international students in the U.S. on an F-1 visa to gain practical work experience in their field of study.

Who is required to file optional practical training (OPT) request?

International students in the U.S. on an F-1 visa who wish to gain work experience in their field of study are required to file an OPT request.

How to fill out optional practical training (OPT) request?

To fill out an OPT request, international students must submit Form I-765 to USCIS along with the required supporting documents.

What is the purpose of optional practical training (OPT) request?

The purpose of an OPT request is to allow international students to gain practical work experience related to their field of study.

What information must be reported on optional practical training (OPT) request?

An OPT request must include personal information, information about the educational institution, proposed employment details, and any required supporting documentation.

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