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Academic Affairs
International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS)
About Us
Our Mission
Contact Us
Staff Profile
Organizational Chart
International Student Data
Policy on Requests for Student Information
Comments
Site Map
New F-1 Students
Seeking Admission
Estimated Cost of Attendance
I-20 Request
Deferral I-20 Request Form
New Student Late Arrival Form
Steps After Being Admitted
Pre-Arrival Sessions
F-1 International Student Immigration Check-In
First Semester Survey
Changing Visa Status to F-1
Frequently Asked Questions
Student Testimonials
Initial Student SEVIS Record Transfer-Out
Current F-1 Students
Student Requests
F-1 Regulations & Resources
F-1 and J-1 International Student Health Insurance
SEVIS Completion or Termination
F-1 Student Withdrawal Request
Reinstatement to Active F-1 Status
F-2 Dependents
Reduced Course Load (RCL)
SEVIS Record Transfer-Out Form
Correcting I-94 Errors
Immigration Status Update Portal
Processing Times for Requests
Student Advising Services
Work Authorization
On-Campus Employment
Curricular Practical Training
Optional Practical Training
OPT Employer Update
STEM OPT Extension
STEM OPT Employer Update
Student Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) Portal
H-1B Cap-Gap Extension
Severe Economic Hardship Employment Authorization
Volunteering Versus Employment
Events
International Education Week
International Flag Parade
Story Telling Through Images
International Welcome
OPT Workshop
F-1 Student Convocation
Students Organizations Events
Funds Request for International Related Events
Post Event Feedback Survey
Department Resources
Hiring International Faculty & Staff
Academic and Faculty Advisor Resources
J-1 Exchange Visitor
Financial Assistance
ISSS Emergency Funding Request
Student Resources
Visa Classifications Chart
Nonimmigrants: Who Can Study?
Scams and Frauds Targeting International Students
Filing Taxes
Academic Integrity
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Internationally Minded Organizations
Study in the States
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Travel Tips for International Students
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OPT Submission Form
OPT Submission Form
To prevent errors when submitting this request, compress your files and submit using reduced/smaller file sizes.
*Do not submit your documents to USCIS without a DSO recommendation in SEVIS and the new OPT requested I-20.
Student's Last Name *
Student's First Name *
Student's ID Number: *
Student's SEVIS ID Number: *
Student's Texas State Email *
Student's Personal Email *
Note that this email will be used on your SEVIS record. Must not be TXST email.
Completed Statement of Responsibility Form *
Completed Legal Advice and ISSS Advising Statement of Understanding *
Completed Completion of Degree Form *
Must be completed by an Academic or Faculty Advisor (digital signature is acceptable)
Select the type of OPT you are requesting: *
Pre-completion
Contact a DSO before submitting this request.
Post-completion (recommended)
Completed Form I-765 *
Check that the Form Edition is correct. See: https://www.uscis.gov/i-765
Completed Form G-1145
Use only if mailing OPT application to USCIS; do not use for USCIS online application portal
Passport Style Photos *
Follow photo guidelines: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports/how-apply/photos.html
Passport End Date *
If passport is expired or has less than 6 months of validity, include proof of passport renewal
F-1 Visa End Date
Most Recent I-94 "Class of Admission" (link: https://i94.cbp.dhs.gov/I94/#/recent-search) *
Example: "F1"
Most Recent I-94 "Admit Until Date" (link: https://i94.cbp.dhs.gov/I94/#/recent-search) *
Example: "D/S" - if does not say D/S and a date is present contact a DSO
Copy of Previous EAD card (only if you were approved OPT at a different institution and degree level)
If more than one, merge into one document
Copy of Form I-797 Notice of Action (only if you did not begin your degree in F-1 status)
Change of Status students only
I plan to use the ISSS address as my mailing address on the Form I-765. If yes, write in Part 2 – 5a: “ISSS, Thornton Intl House" *
Yes
No
How will you submit your OPT application to USCIS? *
Submit by mail
Submit using the USCIS Online Portal
Additional Supporting Documents
Expired passport - submit proof of passport renewal or letter explaining why passport is expired.
I understand the following: *
ISSS offers best practices information on OPT as a courtesy to international students under a Texas State University issued Form I-20. All information provided is not considered legal advice.
Applying for OPT is my application and my responsibility. I have reviewed the OPT Packet, OPT PowerPoint, I-765 template, passport photo requirements, and money order/check template.
I must check the USCIS website for the accurate Form I-765 edition and filing fee before mailing my application to USCIS.
I must sign my OPT requested I-20 and Form I-765 by hand before submitting to USCIS.
I am expected to compile my OPT application and submit the completed application to USCIS for temporary employment authorization on my own.
I must pick up my new I-20 at ISSS or purchase a shipping label at https://study.eshipglobal.com/ so ISSS can mail me my OPT documents.
OPT Submission Form
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