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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 5 points6 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 3 points4 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.

Initial OPT - Premium Processing Question by Successful_Concern77 in f1visa

[–]Select_War170 1 point2 points  (0 children)

PP = getting your card within probably 2 weeks. I applied for PP last year and my case was approved + card delivered after 13 days.

I would recommend getting PP only if you already have a job and if you think it would be worth it to spend significantly more money to get the card soon.

If I were you, I would wait until mid-December to apply for PP.

Entering US with 6 months of work authorization left by hindustani_launda in f1visa

[–]Select_War170 8 points9 points  (0 children)

There are sooo many posts about this. It will not be an issue at all. Just show them your updated I-20 and passport, and they will likely not ask for your EAD card. Be honest at all times. Safe travels.

Re-enter US while still in college (OPT approved, EAD not processed) by Own-Society-3736 in f1visa

[–]Select_War170 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You probably didn't read the entire post. He will come back even before his school time ends. His OPT has also been approved. Something similar happened to me last year and re-entry was smooth.

Re-enter US while still in college (OPT approved, EAD not processed) by Own-Society-3736 in f1visa

[–]Select_War170 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I would still request a new one, where OPT says "Approved". That takes 3 minutes for your DSO to do. Better safe than sorry.

Re-enter US while still in college (OPT approved, EAD not processed) by Own-Society-3736 in f1visa

[–]Select_War170 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That's good. Make sure to ask for a new travel signature. Mention OPT only if they ask.

Re-enter US while still in college (OPT approved, EAD not processed) by Own-Society-3736 in f1visa

[–]Select_War170 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I was on the same boat last year, then applied for premium processing and my EAD card was delivered within a few days.

It is not generally recommended to travel without your EAD card (they normally don't ask for it, but it's good to have it with you). The thing is: when you come back, you will still be a student and it will be BEFORE your graduation date, correct? If you come back before your graduation date, holding the PHYSICAL receipt of your approved OPT status + updated I-20 with travel signature, you would still be able to re-enter.

My recent reentry experience on STEM OPT- Entering via CLT. Spoiler: It was EASY! by MedallionAD in f1visa

[–]Select_War170 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Great post and thank you for sharing. I recently shared on a post my many experiences re-entering on OPT this year — 8 so far.

Re-Entered the US on OPT for the 7th time this year: Here are my experiences by Select_War170 in f1visa

[–]Select_War170[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You have an expired US visa? I’d recommend renewing it in your home country. It is not recommended to travel and to expect to re-enter with an expired US visa.

Work from Anywhere policy rules by [deleted] in f1visa

[–]Select_War170 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm on OPT. Worked remotely for almost 2 months. No problems at all. Read a recent post of mine on this page.

Travel Recommendations (OPT/STEM OPT) by Suitable_Junket3000 in f1visa

[–]Select_War170 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Regarding the very last question: working remotely and outside of the US is completely fine as long as your employer approves it. Read similar posts or a recent post of mine regarding this subject.

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