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Optional Practical Training (OPT) Recommendation Form Complete the following information. The La sell Office of International Services will use the information you provide to recommend your OPT employment

How to fill out optional practical training opt

How to fill out optional practical training opt

1. Obtain Form I-765 (Application for Employment Authorization)
2. Complete Form I-765 by providing all the required information, such as personal details, immigration status, and desired employment start date
3. Gather supporting documents, including a copy of the Form I-20 issued by your educational institution, a copy of your passport identification page, and two passport-sized photos
4. Prepare the filing fee, which is currently $410 (subject to change)
5. Mail your completed Form I-765, supporting documents, and filing fee to the appropriate USCIS Lockbox facility
6. Wait for a receipt notice from USCIS, which confirms that your application has been received
7. Attend a biometrics appointment, if required by USCIS
8. Wait for a decision on your OPT application from USCIS. This usually takes around 90 days.
9. Once approved, you will receive an Employment Authorization Document (EAD), which allows you to work in the United States under the OPT program
10. Make sure to comply with all OPT reporting requirements and maintain valid immigration status throughout your OPT period

Who needs optional practical training opt?

1. Optional Practical Training (OPT) is available to F-1 students who have been enrolled full-time in a U.S. educational institution for at least one academic year.
2. It is designed to provide temporary employment authorization to F-1 students who want to gain practical experience in their field of study.
3. OPT is suitable for international students who wish to work in the United States after completing their studies.

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What is optional practical training opt?

Optional Practical Training (OPT) is a temporary employment benefit for F-1 international students in the United States that allows them to gain practical work experience in their field of study for up to 12 months.

Who is required to file optional practical training opt?

F-1 international students who have completed at least one academic year of full-time study at a U.S. institution are eligible to apply for OPT.

How to fill out optional practical training opt?

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

What is the purpose of optional practical training opt?

The purpose of OPT is to provide F-1 students with the opportunity to gain practical work experience in their field of study, complementing their academic learning.

What information must be reported on optional practical training opt?

The OPT application must include information such as the student's personal details, academic program information, proposed employment details, and any other required supporting documents.