Current OPT Participants
Use this form to update your employment and address, request SEVIS record validation, and to upload your I-983 form.
Note - Regulations state that OPT participants must provide updates to their DSO with changes to their employment and address within 10 working days – this requirement is met the moment you submit this form.
First-Time OPT Applicants
- How to Apply for OPT – Instructional Videos
- OPT Application I-20 Request Form
Anticipated Wait Times
OPT requests are reviewed in the order in which they are received (queue system). You can expect a response from a DSO within 5 business days. Note - During the month of July, please expect longer processing times.