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- Please note that reporting requirements for STEM OPT do not apply to students on Post-completion OPT.
- It's a good idea to make a note of any questions or concerns so that you can review them in your OPT advising appointment.
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2. Take the Optional Practical Training (OPT) Orientation Quiz.
This is required before International Affairs will issue an I-20 with OPT recommendation.
A new I-20 with OPT dates on page two is required to apply for OPT.
3. Submit the International Graduation Verification form in MyUWF.
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You must be logged into MyUWF to access the International Graduation Verification Form.
Once logged into MyUWF, search for "International Graduation Verification."
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| title | Click here to see the Checklist of Required Documentation |
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| | Filing Fee | Important Notes for Online Filing: USCIS considers your OPT application filed when you pay the fee. - Be sure to review your application for completeness and accuracy before you pay the fee.
- International Affairs recommends scheduling a final document check with your international student advisor prior to making payment.
- You may not be able to update information in your application after it is filed.
| Completed Form I-765, Application for Employment Authorization
| You must file your Form I-765 within 30 days of the date that your DSO enters the recommendation for OPT in SEVIS. Read and follow the instructions carefully: https://www.uscis.gov/i-765 Important Notes: Use the code for standard Post-completion OPT (c)(3)(B). You must provide the details below to apply for OPT. Additional Information: - all previously used SEVIS numbers
- evidence of any previously authorized CPT and the academic level at which it was authorized
- evidence of any previously authorized OPT and the academic level at which it was authorized
| | Most recent I-94 arrival record. | Printout of electronic Form I-94. - Make sure the record indicates “Class of Admission: F1" and “Admit Until Date: D/S,” which stands for duration of status.
- Make sure the I-94 shows the correct date for your most recent entry.
Or copy of both sides of card stock I-94.
| | Copy of all previous Employment Authorization Documents (EAD cards). | Include a copy of front and back of each EAD card. | | Proof of identity if you do not have a previous EAD card. | Copy of biographical ID page of your passport (valid for at least six months).
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| I-20 with OPT recommendation | A copy of the OPT I-20 must be included in your OPT application. Look for the OPT start and end date on page two. IMPORTANT: - If you have a scanned copy, you must download, sign and date the I-20.
- Then make a copy to upload.
- USCIS will not accept an electronically-generated signature.
Check that the I-20 has your signature and date in ink before you upload.
| | Additional Information | Include - Evidence of all previous CPT and OPT work authorizations
- All previous SEVIS numbers
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