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Traveling while on OPT or OPT STEM Extension In general, an F-1 student on post-completion OPT or STEM OPT may travel outside the United States temporarily and be readmitted to resume F-1 status and employment for the remainder of the period authorized on his or her EAD card.
15. How long can I stay in the U.S. after my Post-Completion OPT end date? There is a 60-day grace period following the end of the OPT period.
Traveling outside the U.S. for F or J students is permissible during scheduled university breaks or periods of academic or practical training. Students returning to the U.S. from a temporary break should ensure they have the required documents to reenter the country.
Yes. You can travel on F-1 status, presuming that you have a valid F-1 visa, an I-20, and if on OPT valid EAD, and employment offer letter, and your travel is before the cap-gap period has commenced.
If you are going to Canada or Mexico and staying for less than 30 days, you can reenter the United States on your expired F-1 visa stamp. You will need all of the other documents required for travel on OPT, and you must fulfill these requirements: You do not apply for a United States visa while in Canada or Mexico.
Eligible students can apply for OPT up to 90 days before and up to 60 days after your expected program completion date (the last day of the finals week). Generally, we recommend applying for OPT as early as possible. Waiting can cause further delays and you may not get a full 12 months of OPT.
You must not have used OPT at a higher degree level. For example, if you complete a Phd, then use OPT, and then complete a Master's-level program, you will not be eligible for OPT for the Master's level. You must be in the U.S. to apply.
Yes, you may travel abroad while working on an OPT. You must have an unexpired EAD, be working for the OPT employer and be otherwise be admissible. It becomes a bit more complicated if you have an H1B application pending, in which case you should consult with your H1B attorney prior to planning any travel abroad.
The end of my OPT / STEM OPT period? If you have not exceeded the cumulative limits on unemployment during your post-completion OPT (90 days), or STEM OPT (150 days), you receive a 60-day grace period after the OPT / STEM OPT end date. If you exceed the limits on unemployment, you do not receive a 60-day grace period.
OPT is authorized by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). The authorization process takes an average of 3-5 months.
