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How to fill out optional practical training instructions

1. Start by gathering all the necessary documents and information required for the optional practical training (OPT) application.
2. Fill out Form I-765, Application for Employment Authorization, accurately and completely. Make sure to provide correct and current contact information.
3. In Part 2 of the form, select the box for 'Initial permission to accept employment' if it's your first time applying for OPT. If you are applying for a STEM extension, select the appropriate box.
4. Attach the required supporting documents, which typically include a copy of your Form I-20 with OPT recommendation, your passport identification page, Form I-94 arrival record, and any previous Employment Authorization Documents (EAD) issued to you.
5. Fill out Form G-1145, E-Notification of Application/Petition Acceptance, if you want to receive a text message or email notification when your application is accepted. This step is optional.
6. Make sure to sign and date the Form I-765. Unsigned or improperly signed forms will be rejected.
7. Check the USCIS website for the current filing fee and include a check or money order payable to the 'U.S. Department of Homeland Security' for the appropriate amount.
8. Review your application one more time to ensure accuracy and completeness.
9. Make a copy of the entire application package for your records before sending it.
10. Mail your OPT application to the appropriate USCIS Lockbox facility as specified in the form instructions.
11. Wait for the USCIS to process your application. You can check the status online using the receipt number provided on your Form I-797C, Notice of Action.
12. If approved, you will receive an EAD card in the mail. Keep this card safe and make copies for your employer, if necessary.
13. Follow the rules and regulations of your OPT employment authorization, including reporting any changes to your employment status or address to your designated school official (DSO).

Who needs optional practical training instructions?

1. Optional Practical Training (OPT) instructions are needed by international students in the United States who are eligible for and wish to apply for employment authorization during or after their academic programs.
2. OPT allows students to gain practical work experience related to their field of study, providing valuable skills and enhancing their resumes. It is particularly beneficial for students who want to gain hands-on training in their chosen profession.
3. International students on F-1 visas who have been enrolled full-time for at least one full academic year and are in good academic standing are eligible to apply for OPT.
4. Some students may also be eligible for a STEM OPT extension, which allows an additional 24 months of work authorization.
5. It is important for eligible students to carefully follow the OPT instructions to ensure their application is complete and accurate, increasing their chances of approval and successful employment authorization.

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What is optional practical training instructions?

Optional Practical Training (OPT) instructions provide guidance on how to apply for work authorization for F-1 students who are completing or have completed their academic program in the U.S.

Who is required to file optional practical training instructions?

F-1 students who wish to work in the U.S. after completing their academic program are required to file OPT instructions.

How to fill out optional practical training instructions?

To fill out OPT instructions, F-1 students must submit Form I-765 along with supporting documents to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).

What is the purpose of optional practical training instructions?

The purpose of OPT instructions is to allow F-1 students to gain practical work experience in their field of study in the U.S. for a period of up to 12 months.

What information must be reported on optional practical training instructions?

OPT instructions require information such as the student's personal details, academic program information, employment details, and supporting documentation.