International Organization Work Authorization

F-1 International Organization work permission is a type of employment authorization for F-1 students who have been offered an internship with a recognized international organization. Such organizations include the International Monetary Fund, the World Bank, the Organization of American States, and others. Click here for a complete list of designated international organizations.

Procedure to Apply

Applying for International Organization employment authorization is a two-step precess: (1) obtain an OGS recommended I-20; then (2) apply to United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).

(1) In order to obtain an OGS recommended I-20, you must come to the OGS with the following documents:

• Your I-20, I-94 record, and passport
  
• A job offer letter from a recognized international organization
  
• A letter from your academic advisor, stating the following: (a) that you are in good academic standing; (b) your anticipated completion of studies date; and (c) his or her recommendation that you accept this internship.
  

An OGS advisor will review your application materials. If you are eligible, the advisor will recommend you by issuing an updated I-20 with a recommendation for international organization employment. Please allow up to 10 days for processing time.

(2) Apply to the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). Once you have received your updated I-20, you can then apply for International Organization employment authorization. Do not prepare these materials until you have received your updated I-20. Your complete application packet includes:

• a check or money order made payable to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in the amount of $380.
  
• a completed Form I-765 Application for Employment Authorization
  
• Form G-1145, in order to receive an e-notification of application receipt from USCIS
  photocopies of your I-20(s), I-94 record, passport identification page, and F-1 visa (if applicable)
  
• two passport-style photographs
  
• a copy of your job offer letter
  

Mailing Information

Once you have prepared all of the above materials, mail your application to USCIS. For those residing in New York, New Jersey or Connecticut, the address for private courier service is:

USCIS
Attn: AOS
2501 S. State Hwy, 121 Business
Suite 400
Lewisville, TX 75067

If you use an address in a different part of the U.S., please speak with an OGS advisor to find out the appropriate USCIS mailing address.