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Can I visit my home country and then re enter the US?
Asked on Jul 29th, 2011 on Immigration - Texas
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I am in US on J-1 visa but my US visa has expired. I do have a DS-2019 valid until July 2013. Is there any way I can visit my home country for a month and then reenter US. Re applying for US visa in my home country would take 3-4 months and I cannot stay that long. Please help.
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If your visa has expired you will need a new one to return
Answered on Aug 22nd, 2011 at 8:44 AM
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If you J visa has expired, you are not in legal status. You may not return on DS-2019 alone, you will need a new visa.
Answered on Aug 16th, 2011 at 2:53 PM
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No, generally speaking, you must get another visa to re-enter the U.S.
Answered on Aug 13th, 2011 at 9:50 AM