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International Student Affairs (ISA) Division of Student Affairs 202 Roosevelt Hall 130 Host University Hempstead, NY 115491260 INTERNATIONAL×host.edu Tel: (516) 4636796 Fax: (516) 4635328STEM OPT

How to fill out stem opt extension request

How to fill out stem opt extension request

1. To fill out the STEM OPT extension request, follow these steps:
2. Start by downloading Form I-765, Application for Employment Authorization, from the official website of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).
3. Fill out the form completely and accurately, providing all the required information such as your personal details, contact information, and education background.
4. Make sure to indicate that you are applying for a STEM OPT extension by checking the appropriate box on the form.
5. Include all the necessary supporting documents with your application, such as your Form I-20, your STEM degree information, and your previous EAD card.
6. Prepare a check or money order for the required fee and attach it to your application.
7. Double-check your application to ensure that all the information is correct and all the necessary documents are included.
8. Finally, mail your application to the appropriate USCIS Lockbox facility as specified in the form instructions.
9. Keep copies of your application and supporting documents for your records.
10. Wait for a receipt notice from USCIS acknowledging the receipt of your application.
11. Track the status of your application online using the receipt number provided in the receipt notice.
12. Once approved, you will receive a new EAD card that extends your STEM OPT period.
13. Remember to comply with all the rules and regulations of the STEM OPT program during the extension period.

Who needs stem opt extension request?

1. Individuals who have completed a degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) field and are currently on the initial period of their OPT (Optional Practical Training) may need to apply for a STEM OPT extension.
2. To be eligible for a STEM OPT extension, the individual must have a job or job offer from an employer that is enrolled in E-Verify and meets certain requirements specified by the USCIS.
3. International students who wish to gain additional work experience in their field of study and benefit from the extended work authorization period may choose to apply for a STEM OPT extension.

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What is stem opt extension request?

The STEM OPT extension request allows F-1 students with STEM degrees to apply for additional time to work in the United States.

Who is required to file stem opt extension request?

F-1 students with STEM degrees who wish to continue working in the United States after their initial OPT period expires are required to file a STEM OPT extension request.

How to fill out stem opt extension request?

To fill out a STEM OPT extension request, the student must complete the Form I-983 with their employer and submit it to their designated school official.

What is the purpose of stem opt extension request?

The purpose of the STEM OPT extension request is to provide F-1 students with STEM degrees the opportunity to gain additional work experience in their field of study in the United States.

What information must be reported on stem opt extension request?

The STEM OPT extension request must include the student's personal information, academic background, employer information, and a training plan outlining how the work experience relates to the student's STEM degree.