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22-Apr-2001 05:35 PM |
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Allison |
I came to U.S. on an F-1 visa three years ago, I want to go back to China during this summer. I have my new I-20 for next year issued by my University, if I let my advisor sign on the back on my I-20, when I'm in China, do I have to go to the embassy and get another visa? When I'm trying to come back to U.S., what kind of things do I need?
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23-Apr-2001 01:13 AM |
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Bob |
Check the expiration date of the visa in your passport. If it will not expire before you plan to return, then you can use that visa with your new I-20.
Otherwise (if your visa is expired) talk with your int'l. student advisor about what you would need in applying for a new visa. If the person is qualified to sign your I-20, than they should be qualified to tell you what you'll need at the embassy or consulate. |
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25-Apr-2001 04:31 AM |
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Allison |
Hi, Bob, thanks for your reply. The visa in my passport has been expired for a long time. What I've heard is that as long as you have a valid I-20, you're still in statue, and your visa is still valid. Is that right? And in that case, if my visa is expired, but I have a I-20, do I still need to get a new visa to return to U.S? |
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26-Apr-2001 12:15 AM |
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Leslie Rusch |
You do need a new visa. When you enter the US, the visa must be valid. Once you're here, it can expire. As long as your I-20 is valid you're fine. But if you leave the US and go anywhere other than Canada or Mexico, you need to have a valid visa. |
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15-Jul-2005 07:27 AM |
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priya Community member Location: India
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hi Here's a link that may be of help Visa Info in this website http://www.f1study.com |
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