Travelling thru Paris

[bvreddy75]

Hi all,
I am travelling on H1B, my wife will be on AP. And I know this question has been asked/answered several threads. Based on those I think:
-I do NOT need transit visa as I have valid H1B visa.
-My wife needs transit visa as she will be on AP.

And as far my understanding this apply while I am coming back to US. But do we need same while I am leaving US and going to India? That doesnt make sense but we all know airport personnel. Actually my H1b visa is expired so while going I wont be having valid visa but I am going to india not US. Any suggestions would be appreciated.

 

[LucyMO]

your current visas and APs don't have any bearing on whether you need a transit visa for Paris. It depends on your citizenship. For example, Russian citizens don't need a transit visa to change planes in Paris, while Ukrainian citizens do. COntact the airline and inquire.

Your visa and AP are only good for entering the U.S. As for leaving the U.S. - if you currently in legal status you don't have to worry about anything. You don't need a valid visa to leave the U.S.