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Student Visa
Posted: Mon Dec 07, 2015 7:47 pm
by Harry_Pluxen
How does section 214.b of the I-20 Student visa apply to the law school application process? My concern is that I am a Canadian that intends to study law in the USA and practice there upon graduation. However, based on the information I have read online concerning student visas, and if I understand correctly, during the visa application process I must convince the US consulate that I intend to return home (to Canada) upon the completion of my degree.
I was just wondering if anyone knows how this applies to a professional degree like a JD. In all likelihood, I intend to stay in the US for work after graduation.
Re: Student Visa
Posted: Mon Dec 07, 2015 8:05 pm
by Phil Brooks
1) Canadians don't do visa interviews for US visas therefore you won't meet with the consulate;
2) It doesn't matter at all that you intend to practice law in the US after graduation; as long as you plan to get the appropriate visa at that time. Don't worry about it.
Re: Student Visa
Posted: Mon Dec 07, 2015 8:09 pm
by Harry_Pluxen
Phil Brooks wrote:1) Canadians don't do visa interviews for US visas therefore you won't meet with the consulate;
2) It doesn't matter at all that you intend to practice law in the US after graduation; as long as you plan to get the appropriate visa at that time. Don't worry about it.
1. Interesting! Thanks.
2. That is a different visa I believe, correct? One that your employer in the US sponsors you for?
Re: Student Visa
Posted: Mon Dec 07, 2015 8:59 pm
by Phil Brooks
Harry_Pluxen wrote:Phil Brooks wrote:1) Canadians don't do visa interviews for US visas therefore you won't meet with the consulate;
2) It doesn't matter at all that you intend to practice law in the US after graduation; as long as you plan to get the appropriate visa at that time. Don't worry about it.
1. Interesting! Thanks.
2. That is a different visa I believe, correct? One that your employer in the US sponsors you for?
Yes