STEM OPT w/ Pending H1B COS (normal processing)
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I’m currently in STEM OPT and my employer filed for my H1B COS, my visa stamp is expiring on June 26, 2026 and I plan to travel to my country on December for Christmas. Should I wait until my H1B gets approved before actually traveling...
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