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非常感謝八老師

現在工作不好找， 為了保持身份是不是這樣操作穩妥

１. 我５／１ 畢業

２. 我不想現在申請EAD， 這樣我有更多時間找工作。 
我計劃 ８／１幾周前申請EAD

３. 假設ＥＡＤ ｔａｋｅ 60-90 days ｔｏ ａｐｐｒｏｖｅ
10／１ ｒｅｃｅｉｖｅ ＥＡＤ

４． ｎｅｅｄ ｔｏ ｆｉｎｄ ｊｏｂ within 3 months， so ｂｙ ２／１

5. apply h1b visa lottery (end of March 2023)

 

-I just checked the latest information and found that my response to your first post is not accurate. So, please ignore my previous response. 

 

You had better consult your International Student Office and they have the latest information from USCIS so that you will not make a mistake. It is very important for you to keep legal status in US.

 

The following is the correct information cited from:

F-1 Optional Practical Training (OPT) | International Office (berkeley.edu)

 

Another link of USCIS: Optional Practical Training (OPT) for F-1 Students | USCIS

Applying for OPT

The application process involves both BIO and United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and can take 3-5 months. OPT applications must be received in a specific time frame and the application can be rather complex. We require all students to carefully review BIO's OPT tutorial for full details on applying for OPT. Once a student is approved for OPT, they will receive an Employment Authorization Document (EAD) from USCIS. 

When to Apply(collapse)

The OPT application process involves two major parts. First you must apply to BIO for an OPT recommendation on your I-20. Then you must submit an OPT application packet, including a signed copy of your OPT I-20, to USCIS. 

• You can apply for OPT up to 90 days before and up to 60 days after your expected program completion date*.  
• USCIS must receive your full and complete OPT application no more than 60 days after your expected program completion date*
• In addition, USCIS must receive your application within 30 days of when BIO recommends your I-20 for OPT.
• You must be physically present in the United States at the time USCIS receives your OPT application. More details are available in the OPT tutorial. 

Generally, BIO recommends applying for OPT as early as possible. Waiting can cause further delays and you may not get a full 12 months of OPT. Additionally, applying early increases your chances of being able to reapply if your application is rejected or denied.

*Expected completion date:

• Undergraduates: The last day of enrollment in the semester in which program requirements are completed. 
• Graduates: The last day of enrollment in the semester in which program requirements are completed, OR the date the thesis or dissertation is filed with the Graduate Division. Speak with a BIO adviser if you have a job offer beginning before the last day of the semester. Graduate students who only have a dissertation/thesis remaining may be eligible to begin their post-completion OPT before filing. 

Note: If you are applying for OPT after your expected program completion date, you must  submit your OPT application to USCIS before making any exit from the United States. If you exit the United States after your program completion without applying for OPT, you will be ineligible to return in F-1 status to apply for OPT.

 

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