11 Traveling Outside the U.S. When an F-1 student or F-2 dependent leaves the United States for less than five months, he/she must secure the re-entry documents and the documents necessary to re-enter the country to which they are traveling. F-1 students and dependents who wish to visit their country of citizenship or permanent residence for less than five months will generally be allowed to enter the country if he/she holds a valid passport or other travel document issued by the country. F-1 Students and dependents traveling to another country must obtain the necessary documents. Each country has different requirements and ways to obtain visa. Contact your nation’s embassy or consulate to learn more about entry documents/requirements. Re-Entry into the U.S. Students and dependents must have the following documents to re-enter the U.S. when they leave the U.S. for less than five months: • I-20 for the school where the student is enrolled • Valid visa • Passport that is valid for more than six months after the date of entering the U.S. • EAD card if the student is on OPT Employment Employment is defined as any work performed or services provided in exchange for money, tuition, room and board, or other benefit compensation. Be sure to ask the Office of International Services for all forms and proper procedures before applying for any employment. Do not rely on the advice from other students or internet sources. There are three types of authorized work for F-1 students: • • • On campus employment Curricular Practical Training (CPT) Optional Practical Training (OPT) Trine University promotes intellectual and personal development through professionally focused and formative learning opportunities, preparing students to succeed, lead and serve.
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