Application

Optional Practical Training (OPT)

Overview Application Employment Types and Timeline Traveling Abroad During OPT STEM Cap Gap Extension FAQ

Application Procedures

All OPT application procedures are described here. Make sure to read the steps and complete the following documents:

OPT Application (Pay close attention to the checklist)

Note that the fee for the OPT application is $410 payable to ‘U.S. Department of Homeland Security’ (Write your date of birth and SEVIS ID number on front of the check)