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Travel Outside the U.S. after completion of degree and/or Graduation

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If you have completed all degree requirements and / or you have graduated, travel outside the U.S. with the intent to re-enter in F-1 or J-1 student status can be problematic.

If you have applied for post-completion F-1 OPT (Optional Practical Training) or J-1 AT (Academic Training), you will need:

  • I-20 form with OPT recommendation on page 3 OR DS-2019 form extended for Academic Training
  • Valid F-1 visa or J-1 visa
  • For F-1 students only: 
  1. Receipt notice for pending OPT application OR approved OPT work card
  2. If you have received the work card, you will also need proof of your employment under OPT, in the form of a letter for your employer confirming the terms and dates of your employment.
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Current Student - Travel