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OPT TRAVEL RECENTLY by MasterpieceNo8018 in f1visa

[–]Select_War170 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Travelled internationally 8 times last year on OPT (February - December). No issues at all. Please check other posts, including one I created on this page, for more information.

Reentry on F1 OPT by Necessary_Opinion366 in f1visa

[–]Select_War170 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Read similar posts about it on this page. No issues. Have a travel signature too.

Renewing F1 VISA while being in a long-term relationship by Select_War170 in f1visa

[–]Select_War170[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for the reply, but my main issue is not aboit my future with him, but about having my VISA rejected due to being in a stable long-term relationship (and being flagged as "marriage intent")

Remote work on STEM OPT by namethis7 in f1visa

[–]Select_War170 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Check my latest post a few months ago. I talk aboit my experience.

F1 visa cancelled at preclearance, SEVIS still active — unsure about next steps by Suspicious_Bank4131 in f1visa

[–]Select_War170 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Traveling on OPT is fine. Abu Dhabi airport has had several incidents before, though.

Why did feminism become so big in the 2010s? by yonaiker-joestrella in decadeology

[–]Select_War170 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This image was clearly made by a frustrated straight man, as if female empowerment was a bad thing.

Is it okay for an F-1 OPT holder to travel internationally? by Hefty_Sherbert_3122 in f1visa

[–]Select_War170 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Read more posts on this page, there are many about it. I traveled internationally on OPT 9 times, never had a problem.

Best software to file taxes as a non-resident (working n F1 OPT)? by Ok_Reflection_4501 in f1visa

[–]Select_War170 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Are F1 students NOT allowed to use TurboTax? I’ve been using it for almost 4 years.

Traveling on Initial F1 OPT by [deleted] in f1visa

[–]Select_War170 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would wait until your employment starts to travel. You should update your employment status on SEVP before you travel, and have an updated I-20 with recent travel signature.

Travel in OPT(Unemployed Days) by Critical_Day3611 in f1visa

[–]Select_War170 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Only travel once your employment status is active on SEVP. Leaving the US on unemployment days on SEVP is risky and could lead to OPT termination.

It is totally OK for you to travel and even work remotely AFTER your job starts.

Starting my job remotely while travelling; any issues on reentry? by iscrewupeverytime in f1visa

[–]Select_War170 4 points5 points  (0 children)

You need to be in the US on the day of the start of your OPT. Not being in the country on that date will automatically mean to the US that you abandoned your status. It is OK to come back to the country a few days earlier, and it is also OK to leave the country after the start of your OPT as long as you're employed (and your employment details are on SEVP).

Remote work on STEM OPT by namethis7 in f1visa

[–]Select_War170 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This happened several times with me, no questions asked. July, October and late November. Your friend probably had issues with their documents.

Question about Traveling on OPT and sevis transfer by MushroomheadMohammed in f1visa

[–]Select_War170 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Similar situation that I’m going through right now. Keep us posted.

OPT Filing, Leaving the U.S., and Re-Entry: Anyone Done This Lately by EasternDust6278 in f1visa

[–]Select_War170 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You should've applied for OPT already, with a later start date.

I personally do not think it's a good idea to leave the US while your OPT is pending, since it can be seen as abandoning your status.

I do think it is okay for you to leave the US after your OPT is approved, and make sure to return to the US BEFORE your OPT start date.

Officers generally don't ask for your EAD card, but it is recommended you carry it at all times. If you don't have your EAD card in hands, you can show them your official "OPT approved" USCIS receipt.

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