What do I need to do or have if I travel outside the US if I have an H1B?
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What do I need to do or have if I travel outside the US if I have an H1B?
I entered the US on an F-1 visa and have not left since. What do I need in terms of documentation to re-enter the US if I want to travel outside the US for a holiday? Do I actually have to visit a consulate?
Asked on April 20, 2012 under Immigration Law, Illinois
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SB, Member, California / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
Yes, you will need to go to a US Embassy/Consulate before being able to return to the US in H-1B status. You will need to apply for the H-1B visa there, on the basis of an approved H-1B visa petition. You will need to have a copy of the petition (some consulates require a certified copy, which your attorney can provide) the original H-1B approval notice, and a few recent paycheck stubs and letter of employment verification from your employer.
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