F-1 / OPT

F-1 OPT Deadline Tracker

F-1 students manage more immigration deadlines than almost any other visa holder. DueVisa tracks all six — OPT EAD, STEM OPT, I-20, visa stamp, passport, and more — with the right lead times pre-configured.

Every F-1 deadline, tracked

F-1 Visa Stamp

Required for international re-entry — can be expired inside the US

90 days before travel

I-20 Program End Date

Contact your DSO to extend if needed before this date

120 days

OPT EAD

Apply 90 days before graduation; USCIS takes up to 90 days to process

150 days

STEM OPT Extension EAD

File before your OPT EAD expires; requires E-Verify employer

120 days

Passport

Must be valid for the duration of your program and travel

270 days

SEVIS Registration

Maintained by your DSO — never take unauthorized breaks in enrollment

As needed

The OPT application window

You can apply for OPT up to 90 days before graduation and no later than 60 days after. USCIS processing takes up to 90 days, so file as early as possible.

For STEM OPT, you must apply before your OPT EAD expires and must be employed by an E-Verify employer. DueVisa tracks both deadlines separately.

Track all your F-1 deadlines in one place.

All 6 F-1 documents, pre-configured with the right reminder timelines. Free for up to 3 documents.

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This page is for informational purposes only. Consult your DSO or a licensed immigration attorney for advice specific to your situation.