OPT FAQ's

What are the pre-conditions for OPT?

• You must be in F-1 status at the time of the application.
• You must be in good F-1 status.
• You must have been lawfully enrolled on a full-time basis at a DHS-approved school for one full academic year.
• It is available before and after completion of your educational objective, but different rules apply to pre- and post-completion OPT.
• Students in English language training programs are not eligible.

 

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