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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement TRAINING PLAN FOR STEM OPT STUDENTS Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM) Optional Practical Training (OPT)

How to fill out optional practical training extension

How to fill out optional practical training extension

1. Download and fill out Form I-765, Application for Employment Authorization.
2. Gather supporting documents, such as your I-20, passport, visa, and previous employment authorization documents.
3. Fill out the required information in the form, including personal details, contact information, and immigration status.
4. Attach the supporting documents to your application.
5. Pay the required fee for the application.
6. Submit your completed application by mail to the appropriate USCIS address.
7. Wait for a receipt notice and the approval of your application.
8. Once approved, you will receive an Employment Authorization Document (EAD) that extends your Optional Practical Training (OPT) period.

Who needs optional practical training extension?

1. International students in the United States who are on F-1 visas and wish to extend their period of Optional Practical Training (OPT) need the Optional Practical Training extension. OPT allows students to work in their field of study to gain practical experience related to their academic program.

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What is optional practical training extension?

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

Who is required to file optional practical training extension?

International students on an F-1 visa who wish to continue working in the United States after their initial period of OPT expires are required to file for an OPT extension.

How to fill out optional practical training extension?

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

What is the purpose of optional practical training extension?

The purpose of OPT extension is to give international students the opportunity to gain practical work experience in their field of study in the United States.

What information must be reported on optional practical training extension?

Information such as the student's employment details, job description, employer information, and authorization dates must be reported on the OPT extension application.