On OPT , but training in India


thambu2491

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Thanks for the help. I am on my OPT and am working with an Indian MNC. I graduated this May and joined them from June. Now, They are asking to me go to India to attend a 3 month training. Can I go and re enter USA with my I-20, EAD and the company letter. Please help.

 

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You are not on OPT if you are in India.

 

However, time abroad counts towards the 3-month unemployment limit on OPT, so the OP may not be able to come back on F1.

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If the overseas training is part of the employment, it will not be considered as unemployment. Read F student FAQ on ICE website and determine what documentation you need to maintain. Otherwise there is a 90 day limit on unemployment and any period outside the US counts as unemployment.

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If the overseas training is part of the employment, it will not be considered as unemployment. Read F student FAQ on ICE website and determine what documentation you need to maintain. Otherwise there is a 90 day limit on unemployment and any period outside the US counts as unemployment.

That's right, bcos OP is still employed and working for US employer.

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