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Navigating the F1 Visa OPT Filing Process

In this recorded session, Attorney Jioselin Juarez Contreras, Executive Manager and Immigration Team Lead Carmen Lopez, and Client Services Manager Arianna Gonzalez will help you navigate the F-1 Visa OPT filing process. This session is designed to help international students understand the intricacies of applying for Optional Practical Training (OPT). Session highlights: • Understand OPT • Application Process • Common Challenges ........................................................ Key moments 00:00 - Introduction 00:56 - What is an F-1 OPT and what are the eligibility requirements for F-1 students to apply for the 12-month OPT? 02:15 - What documentation is required when filing for the 12-month OPT? 03:15 - How long can an F-1 visa holder be unemployed? 03:45 - How many times one can receive the 12-month OPT during their academic career? 04:20 - Can F-1 students reclaim unused time from a previous OPT if they reenroll in higher education, is that valid? 05:45 - What is the reporting responsibilities of students on OPT are to their educational institutions? 06:33 - What happens if somebody changes their employer? How does changing employers affect OPT status and what are the notification requirements for that? 07:21 - What are the risks and consequences of failing to maintain lawful F-1 status during OPT? 09:03 - Who is eligible for STEM OPT extension? 09:54 - What are the work hour requirements for F-1 students on STEM OPT? 10:26 - During the STEM OPT period, how long can participants go without employment? 11:22 - Is it possible to obtain a 24-month STEM OPT extension more than once? 12:02 - What happens if an individual’s OPT expires before their H-1B cap is selected in the lottery? 13:13 - What is the cap-gap extension for F-1 students and how does this work? 14:50 - How can an F-1 visa holder transition from OPT to an H-1B visa? 16:05 - What advice do immigration experts have for F-1 students nearing the end of their OPT regarding travel outside the U.S.? ........................................................ To know more about CHUGH, LLP, visit our website at https://www.chugh.com For further information, send an email to [email protected] ........................................................ You can also follow us on: LinkedIn-   / chugh   Instagram-   / chughllp   Facebook-   / chughllp   Twitter-   / chughllp   #f1visa #f1VisaFillingProcess #f1visainterview #f1visasuccess #immigration #usvisa #visaprocess