OPT Cap-Gap Extension Request Form

OPT Cap-Gap Extension Request Form

Purpose

This form is used to extend work authorization for F-1 visa holders on OPT who have applied for an H-1B visa, but whose OPT authorization will expire before the October 1st turnover date to H- 1B status. Once an H-1B petition is filed the cap-gap will automatically go into effect and will extend work authorization until October 1st of if the application is approved, or until a decision has been made regarding the petition. Although the cap-gap authorization is automatic, it is important that students submit this form for reporting requirements. .
How to Request an H1-B Cap-Gap I-20

Submit the following documents.
- Completed Cap-Gap Extension Request Form
- Copy of current OPT/STEM OPT EAD
- Copy of H1-B Filing Documentation
  Please note that documentation indicating your H1B registration was selected does not qualify you for Cap-Gap. Your H1B petition (Form I-129) must be filed in order to qualify.
Please allow 15 business days (minimum) for processing of your request and issuance of the Cap-Gap I-20.
Contact Information
Name *

First Name Last Name
Student ID # *
SEVIS ID # *
Date of Request *

Month Day Year
E-mail *
Phone Number *

Area Code Phone Number
Address *

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

City State / Province

Postal / Zip Code Country
Employer Information
Organization Name *
Address *

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

City State / Province

Postal / Zip Code Country
Case Type *

I have a pending H-1B application and am providing the following documents: A receipt (Form I-797C) for the application. I have a wait-listed H-1B application and am providing the following documents: A receipt for the application and a notice showing I have been waitlisted. I have an approved H-1B application and am providing the following documents: A receipt for the application and a copy of my I-797 approval notice.
Upon Updating the I-20, ITU Should: *

Mail the form to the address provided above Leave the form for pick up at the Front Desk
Offer Letter Upload *
PDF Only.
Receipt Notice/Approval Notice/I-797 Notice *
PDF Only.
Signature *
Date *

Month Day Year
Should be Empty:

OPT Cap-Gap Extension Request Form

Contact Information

Employer Information