Visa Guides

What Happens When OPT Expires: Your Options Explained

Your options when the 12-month OPT period ends. H-1B transition, STEM OPT extension, changing visa status, or the 60-day grace period.

OPT and Remote Work: Rules, Gray Areas, and What You Need to Know

Can you work remotely on OPT? Rules for US-based remote work, working outside the US, and working for foreign employers.

Freelancing & Self-Employment on OPT: Rules, Risks, and How to Do It Right

Can you freelance, do 1099 work, or start a business while on OPT? Yes — but documentation is critical. Here's everything you need to know.

Can You Work Multiple Jobs on OPT?

Quick, definitive answer: yes, you can. Here's how it works with hours, reporting, taxes, and unemployment tracking.

SEVP Portal for OPT: How to Report Employment

Practical guide to using the SEVP Portal that OPT holders are required to use. Step-by-step walkthrough of reporting your employment.

OPT Employment Requirements: What Counts as Valid Employment

What qualifies as valid OPT employment under USCIS rules. Students constantly worry about whether their job 'counts' — here's the definitive answer.

OPT 90-Day Unemployment Rule: Everything You Need to Know

Deep dive into the most stressful rule in OPT — the 90-day cumulative unemployment limit. What counts, what doesn't, and strategies to stay in status.

Pre-Completion vs Post-Completion OPT: Which One Should You Choose?

Comparison of the two types of OPT and when to use each. Most students don't realize they have options — here's how to decide.

OPT I-20: The DSO Recommendation Process

Guide to getting your school's Designated School Official to endorse your I-20 for OPT. The first step and the one students have the most confusion about.

Form I-765 for OPT: Complete Walkthrough

Field-by-field guide to filling out the I-765 for OPT. The eligibility category question is the #1 source of errors — we'll make sure you get it right.

OPT EAD Card: What You Need to Know

Everything about the Employment Authorization Document you receive when OPT is approved. What it is, what's on it, and what to do if there's a problem.

OPT Application Timeline & Processing Times (2026)

A clear timeline of every key date in the OPT process, plus current USCIS processing times. Know exactly when to start and what to expect.

How to Apply for OPT: Step-by-Step Guide (2026)

The definitive walkthrough of the OPT application process from start to finish. From DSO recommendation to receiving your EAD card.

OPT: The Complete Guide for International Students (2026)

The single most comprehensive resource on Optional Practical Training. Everything F-1 students need to know about OPT — eligibility, application, timelines, rules, and what comes next.

Unlocking Cap-Exempt H-1B Opportunities with Universities and Research Institutions

Explore cap-exempt H-1B opportunities at universities and nonprofits for visa-sponsored roles without the lottery.

CPT Guide

STEM OPT Guide

TN Visa Guide Working in the U.S. as a Canadian Professional