This slideshow explains what OPT is, describes the types of OPT, and eligibility requirements. We provide information about the documents, hours of work, and some answers to the popular questions.

1. What you should know
about OPT
(Optional Practical
Training)

2. Pre-completion OPT
You may apply to participate in pre-
completion OPT after you have been lawfully
enrolled on a full-time basis for one full
academic year at a college, university,
conservatory, or seminary that has been
certified by the U.S. Immigration and
Customs Enforcement (I.C.E.) Student and
Exchange Visitor Program (S.E.V.P.) to enroll
F-1 students.

3. Post-completion OPT
You may apply to participate in post-completion
OPT after completing your studies.

4. Hours
● If you are authorized to participate in pre-completion
OPT, you may work part time (20 hours or less per week)
while school is in session. You may work full time when
school is not in session.
● If you are authorized for post-completion OPT, you may
work part time (20 hours or less per week) or full time.

6. Eligibility Requirements

7. Eligibility Requirements

8. Eligibility Requirements

9. Required document for the application
1. Form G-1145 (e-Notification of Application/Petition Acceptance)
2. Original I-765 form signed in black
- For pre-completion OPT, use code (c)(3)(A) in line 16
- For post-completion OPT, use code (c)(3)(B)
3. Copies of 1st and 2nd page of all I-20s
* Remember to print, sign, and date the bottom of all I-20s before making
copies

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4. Copies of any previous Employment Authorization
Documents (EAD) (if you had EAD in the past)
5. Copy of I-94 record
6. Copy of the most recent F1 visa
7. Copy of the most recent passport biographical page
8. Check or money order for $410.00, payable to Department
of Homeland Security
9. Two US-style passport photos with name and I-94 number
printed in PENCIL on the back

11. When can you start your OPT?
You may begin your OPT only after
USCIC approves your Form I-765,
and you receive your Employment
Authorization Document (EAD)

12. Do you need a job offer to apply for OPT?
You do not need to have a job offer to apply
for your OPT EAD, and your OPT
employment can occur anywhere in the
U.S.
Start early — USCIS takes up to 90 days to
process your application — and make sure
you work closely with your school’s
International Student Office

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