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Dropping education to work

2 years ago By Rajiv S. Khanna
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Hello Sir, Thank you for everything you do. I am planning to enroll in a Day 1 CPT MBA program and was wondering if dropping the course midway will affect my chances of getting a future H1-B or L1-A to green card process? Also, do you know any way that we can vet a university before joining the program? Thank you, Jaidev

As long as you act in good faith (honest intentions), dropping a program of study should not be an issue. Also, you can continue going to school part-time or even full-time if you like while you perform your job on an H-1B or L-1A.

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While waiting for OPT approval, is "unpaid leave of absence" a violation of the student status?

2 years ago By Chief Editor
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Is it considered a violation of F-1 status to be on "unpaid leaves of absence" instead of being unemployed while waiting for OPT approval?

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In my opinion, if you go on leave without pay you are only entitled to benefits or not even benefits as long as you are not working. I do not consider this to be a violation of the student status.
 

 

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Extending or Renewing F-1 student visa risks and requirements

2 years ago By Chief Editor
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I have been in the U.S since 2017 and my F1 visa expires this month due to the 5 year validity period.

1. I graduate in December 2022, so is there any risk in renewing my visa this summer? Any chance of rejections?
2. What is the risk involved in renewing my F1 visa in another country besides my country of citizenship? I lived my whole life as a resident in another country without citizenship, but am no longer a resident there, so was wondering if renewing there is fine?
3. Is renewing an F1 visa necessary for OPT? I believe it's not necessary. Is renewing an F1 visa necessary to apply for H-1B and Green card?
 

FAQ Transcript

1. First  of all, unless you are traveling you do not have to renew your visa. If the visa expires while you're still completing your course, it's absolutely no problem. 
2. Technically, once your F-1 has been granted, any country should be able to renew it.
3. It is not necessary for both your queries.
 

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FAQs: Traveled on Advance Parole - Maintaining H-1B status without going for stamping and filing multiple I-485 or Interfiling || Green card application for parents during tourist visa || How are PERM minimum job requirements determined? || Extending or Renewing F-1 student visa risks and requirements || Various Interfiling Issues ||

April 28, 2022, Free US Immigration Community Conference Call with Rajiv (Every Other Thursday)

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Impact of criminal misdemeanor case on an F-1 or any status

2 years ago By Chief Editor
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I am on an F-1 visa and when I was working in a gas station I was caught for illegal distribution of cigarettes to underage. They issued a notice to attend the court. And my charge is 2927.02(B)(1) M4 under Ohio state law. I went to court, in front of a judge I plead guilty to the issue. I paid the fine on that day only. Later on, the case was shown on my SSN. Here are my questions,

1. Will it affect my OPT EAD card? Because I am going to apply in May.
2. Can I go and return from my home country?
3. In the future, do I need to face any issues regarding immigration?
4. Do I need to contact an attorney regarding this case? About any documentation.
 

FAQ Transcript

Talk to an immigration lawyer who does deportation work. I do not think there will be an issue, but get it confirmed. The second thing is to talk to your DSO. Disclose what happened and make sure that the continuity of two full semesters is maintained. Personally, I think you have a problem because of violation of status.

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From F-1 OPT directly applying for a green card

2 years ago By Chief Editor
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I was born in the United Arab Emirates, but have Indian citizenship. I did my bachelors in the U.S and am currently pursuing my Masters here as well. I was wondering with the ongoing corona crisis, would it be realistic to apply for GC within 6 months of the job starting and hope I get it before my three years of OPT ends? 

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Potentially it is possible for you to go directly to Green Card from F-1 if you are not chargeable to India.
 

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The Economic Times NRI Helpdesk: Can I extend my US visitor visa before it expires? And other FAQ's answered by Rajiv S. Khanna

2 years ago By Chief Editor

Question: I have a visitor visa for the USA for multiple visits up to June-2023. Can I apply for an extension of the visa before the expiry date? Also, advise procedure for extensions and where I can get the application form, so I can keep all details ready.

Answer: I am not aware if there is a procedure to apply for a visitor visa extension before expiration. You can send an email to the consulate to confirm. There is, however, a restriction under the consular standard operating procedures on holding concurrently valid visas of the same type.

April 14, 2022, Free US Immigration Community Conference Call with Rajiv (Every Other Thursday)

2 years ago By Chief Editor

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Discussion Topics, Thursday, April 14, 2022:

FAQ: GC-EAD applicant holding multiple jobs and starting own business

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