Can I use stem OPT after H1B?

In general, until H1B change of status (COS) is approved and the Oct 1st start date of your H1B employment is reached, it is usually possible to file a STEM OPT Extension, without having any negative impact on your current H1B petition.

Can you go back from H1B to OPT?

No you can’t. Your Change of Status to H1B was already in place when you get your H1B, leaving behind the F1 OPT status. While you can still join a college/university for education purpose on an F1 visa, you have to leave the country and re-renter using F1 Visa.

How many times can you get STEM OPT extension?

A student may participate twice in the STEM OPT extension over the course of their academic career. Students may not apply for STEM OPT extensions during the 60-day grace period following an initial (usually 12-month) period of post-completion OPT.

Can I travel while my STEM OPT is pending?

Travel While OPT STEM Extension Application is Pending If your post-completion OPT has not expired yet, you can travel as usual on your approved OPT. If you believe you must travel, you should take: Passport (valid for six months after you plan to re-enter the US) Valid F-1 visa stamp in your passport*

Can I travel after applying for stem extension?

Yes, traveling outside of the U.S. while on an approved STEM extension is permitted. You must have the following documents to reenter the US or apply for a new F-1 visa: A STEM OPT I-20 signed on page 2 by an ISSO advisor within the last 6 months; A Valid Employment Authorization Document (EAD);

Can I apply for STEM OPT extension after withdrawing approved H1B?

Yes, you can apply for STEM OPT extension after withdrawing approved H1b as your OPT is still valid but few things. Get copy of acknowledgement from USCIS on your employers request to withdraw h1b. Provide above to univ international office or concerned department who coordinates with SEVIS records to get ur OPT and SEVIS restored.

How long can I extend my STEM OPT period?

If you file your STEM OPT extension application on time and your OPT period expires while your extension application is pending, we will automatically extend your employment authorization for 180 days.  This automatic 180-day extension ceases once USCIS adjudicates your STEM OPT extension application. After Receiving a STEM OPT Extension

Can I apply for STEM OPT extension during the cap gap?

USCIS states on its Cap Gap website (link is external) website that “Students who are eligible for a cap-gap extension of post-completion OPT employment and F-1 status may apply for a STEM OPT extension during the cap-gap extension period.

Can I get my Opt if my H-1B is terminated?

Laid off or terminated by the H-1B employer: If the student has been approved to change their status to an H-1B nonimmigrant but is laid off/terminated by the H-1B employer before the date they officially obtain H-1B status, the student can retrieve any unused OPT if they have an unexpired EAD issued for post-completion OPT.