OPT Cap-Gap Calculator

Find out if you qualify for H1B cap-gap and how long your F1 OPT work authorization extends. Enter your OPT end date and H1B filing date.

What This Tool Shows You

Cap-gap automatically extends F1/OPT status until October 1 if H1B was timely filed
Both standard OPT and STEM extension qualify for cap-gap
No travel during cap-gap — leaving the US voids your bridge authorization
Work authorization continues only while H1B petition is pending or approved

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