When should I apply for OPT and Premium processing?

[h1tracker]

Hello,

My OPT is ending on August 15. My H1B has been picked and today I got an rfe for that. I talked with my university and they have issued me a cap gap extension I20. Now I don't know the reason for RFE yet. My questions are:

1) Should I apply for premium processing once my employer responds for RFE to get an result sooner?

2) When can I apply for OPT extension to be on the safe side?

Thank you!

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[lisaanderson]

Hello,

My OPT is ending on August 15. My H1B has been picked and today I got an rfe for that. I talked with my university and they have issued me a cap gap extension I20. Now I don't know the reason for RFE yet. My questions are:

1) Should I apply for premium processing once my employer responds for RFE to get an result sooner?

2) When can I apply for OPT extension to be on the safe side?

Thank you!

1. Yes, if you want.
2. To be on the safe side, apply for the Extension right before your OPT expires. You are authorized to continue working for 180 days past your OPT expiration date while the extension is pending.

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Look at the rfe and then discuss it with your employer or a lawyer...
For opt extension keep your dso posted and they can help you with that...
Its may... You still have 4 months... If everthing goes well you will get it before that... Good luck