Hi,
I am a student on an F-1 visa that expires on June 30, 2002 (I just finished my undergraduate in Computer Science on June 5th, 2002). I have obtained the Optional practical training permit (EAD) that begins from August 1, 2002 until May 5th, 2002. I have a job offer from Handspring, Inc based in Mountainveiw, CA. I have a few questions.
1. Will I still be in status even after my F1 visa expires if I don\'t leave the US?
2. Is it possible to get my F1 extended/renewed within the US?
3. Given the current situation in India, would it be advisable to travel to India and apply for a visa renewal there? Or would it be better for me to not leave the US at all until I join Handspring?
Thank you very much,
Vijay
I am a student on an F-1 visa that expires on June 30, 2002 (I just finished my undergraduate in Computer Science on June 5th, 2002). I have obtained the Optional practical training permit (EAD) that begins from August 1, 2002 until May 5th, 2002. I have a job offer from Handspring, Inc based in Mountainveiw, CA. I have a few questions.
1. Will I still be in status even after my F1 visa expires if I don\'t leave the US?
2. Is it possible to get my F1 extended/renewed within the US?
3. Given the current situation in India, would it be advisable to travel to India and apply for a visa renewal there? Or would it be better for me to not leave the US at all until I join Handspring?
Thank you very much,
Vijay