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F1 Optional Practical Training (OPT) CHECKLIST Complete the OPT Status Responsibilities Form. Have your Advisor complete the OPT Confirmation of Program Completion Form (POSTCOMPLETION OPT ONLY).

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How to fill out f-1 optional practical training

1. To fill out the F-1 Optional Practical Training (OPT) form, follow these steps:
2. Start by downloading the form from the official website of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).
3. Read the instructions provided with the form carefully to understand the requirements and eligibility criteria for OPT.
4. Gather all the necessary documents, such as your passport, I-20 form, and employment offer letter.
5. Complete the form by filling in your personal information, including your name, address, and contact details.
6. Provide information about your education, including the name of your institution, degree program, and expected graduation date.
7. Indicate the dates you wish to start and end your optional practical training period.
8. Fill in the details of your proposed employment, including the company name, address, supervisor's name, and job title.
9. Sign the form and date it.
10. Double-check all the information provided and make sure you have included all the required supporting documents.
11. Finally, mail the completed form along with the supporting documents to the appropriate USCIS Service Center as mentioned in the instructions.

Who needs f-1 optional practical training?

1. F-1 Optional Practical Training is needed by international students who are on an F-1 student visa and wish to gain practical work experience related to their field of study.
2. The OPT allows F-1 students to work off-campus and gain valuable work experience in the United States for a specific period of time.
3. It is optional and can be utilized before or after completing the academic program.
4. Students who have completed at least one academic year in the U.S. and are in good academic standing are eligible to apply for OPT.
5. However, it is important to consult with your designated school official (DSO) and carefully review the eligibility requirements before applying.

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What is f-1 optional practical training?

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

Who is required to file f-1 optional practical training?

International students studying in the United States on an F-1 visa are required to file for F-1 Optional Practical Training if they wish to work in their field of study.

How to fill out f-1 optional practical training?

To fill out F-1 Optional Practical Training, students need to submit Form I-765 along with supporting documents to the USCIS.

What is the purpose of f-1 optional practical training?

The purpose of F-1 Optional Practical Training is to provide international students with practical work experience related to their field of study in the United States.

What information must be reported on f-1 optional practical training?

Information such as the student's personal details, proposed employment start date, job description, etc., must be reported on F-1 Optional Practical Training.