Posted by: commando May 8, 2009
words of wisdom from sajha guys
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If you go home after a semester break, you will be out of status, so
you will need to get a new i20, pay the new SEVIS fee of $200, apply
for the visa again, and pay the money for the visa again. Your current
visa does not matter, but it might help you look more credible in the
embassy.

The 5 month thing doesn't count.
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