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How to fill out request for cap- gap

1. To fill out a request for cap-gap, follow these steps:
2. Obtain the necessary forms from your employer or the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) website.
3. Fill out the forms accurately and completely, providing all required information.
4. Attach any supporting documents that are required, such as a copy of your current Form I-20 and proof of payment for the H-1B petition.
5. Double-check your completed forms and supporting documents for any errors or omissions.
6. Make copies of everything for your records.
7. Submit the completed request and supporting documents to the appropriate USCIS office according to the instructions provided.
8. Pay any necessary fees or provide payment information as directed.
9. Wait for a response from USCIS regarding your cap-gap request.
10. If approved, follow any additional instructions provided by USCIS to maintain your status during the cap-gap period.
11. If denied, consult with an immigration attorney for guidance on next steps.

Who needs request for cap- gap?

1. Individuals who are currently in the United States on an F-1 student visa and are eligible for Optional Practical Training (OPT) may need to submit a request for cap-gap.
2. The cap-gap is a period between the expiration of the OPT and the start date of the H-1B employment, and it allows eligible students to bridge the gap in their legal stay and work authorization.
3. Therefore, students who have been offered a job and have their H-1B petitions filed on their behalf may need to submit a request for cap-gap to extend their OPT period until October 1st, when the H-1B status becomes effective.

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What is request for cap- gap?

Request for cap-gap is a request made by international students who have applied for the H-1B visa to extend their F-1 student status and employment authorization until the H-1B visa becomes effective on October 1st.

Who is required to file request for cap- gap?

International students who have applied for the H-1B visa and whose F-1 student status and employment authorization are set to expire before the H-1B visa becomes effective on October 1st are required to file a request for cap-gap.

How to fill out request for cap- gap?

The request for cap-gap can be filled out by the international student's designated school official (DSO) through the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS). The DSO will issue a new Form I-20 with the appropriate cap-gap extension notation.

What is the purpose of request for cap- gap?

The purpose of the request for cap-gap is to bridge the gap between the expiration of an international student's F-1 student status and the start date of their approved H-1B employment, allowing them to continue working or remain in the U.S. legally during that time.

What information must be reported on request for cap- gap?

The request for cap-gap must include the international student's name, SEVIS ID number, employer information, H-1B filed receipt number, and the requested cap-gap extension period.