OPT extension and EAD through AOS

[w1331 2]

Hello,

I'm currently under OPT (exp May 31, 2008) I read on USCIS.com about a 17 month extension of OPT for highly skilled foreign students. After I read all the requirements, I think I'm qualify for getting that extension.

My fiancee (US citizen) and I are getting married this week and after that I'm gonna apply for AOS and EAD.

My question is if I get granted for that 17 month OPT extension, can I use that OPT extension OPT to work while I'm waiting for my EAD to arrive(EAD that I'll apply under AOS) and while my AOS is being processed?

Thank you

[shamrock21 0]

As long as the OPT is valid, you should have no problem working while waiting for the EAD. However, if there is a waiting period in between the OPT and the new EAD then you cant work for that period of time. I dont know how strict empoyers are about this. Hopefully that helps