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To request a new I-20 with a recommendation for OPT from International Programs, submit the OPT Start Date Request Form in MyUWF.
The earliest start date is the day after your program end date - based on your semester of program completion.
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Important note: USCIS must receive your application within 30 days of the date the OPT I-20 is issued or within 60 days after your program end date, whichever is sooner. If you apply late, you may have less than 30 days to apply. |
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Step 4
Pick up your new I-20 with OPT recommendation.
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- Checklist is below.
- For more information, please refer to the USCIS website https://www.uscis.gov/i-765.
- See pages 19-20 in Form I-765 Instructions for how to assemble your documents in the correct order.
Important Note: USCIS will send the EAD card and all notifications to the address on the I-765. International Programs usually advises that the address should be valid for at least 4 months. In this current epidemic, processing may take longer. Therefore, it is important that the address on your I-765 be valid as long as possible. You can discuss your options and concerns with your international advisor.
Step 6
Schedule an advising appointment with an international programs advisor to review your OPT application.
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