Should I go back for my F1 visa?

[lordmarsh 0]

Hi everyone,

I am a 21 year old Mexican citizen and have been in the US for over 2 years now. I first came to the country under a J1 visa, and after a year and a half decided to change my status to F1. I received the F1 status on march, 2013, and haven't visited Mexico since December, 2012; therefore, I don't have nor ever had the F1 visa on my passport. I'm pursuing a Psychology major, and am currently attending my first semester at a community college. I really want to visit my family, but before I ask my question I want to explain my situation.

Like I mentioned, I don't have the F1 visa on my passport, I just have the status. For what I understand, I can legally keep studying in the US without the visa on my passport as long as I don't exit the country. I know that if I want to visit my home country I need to go to the US embassy in Mexico and go through an interview. Currently, my sponsor is a US citizen, a 28 year old male that is also my boyfriend of 1 year. He offered to sign as my sponsor since neither my family nor I can afford to pay for education here.

My question is, if I go to the interview in Mexico, am I in risk of getting the visa denied?

Thank you so much for your time and help!

[Boiler 45,887]

There is always a risk.

[lasko12 9]

Yes, there is a potential risk as always, especially now your USC sponsor is also your boyfriend that can become a reason for denying your visa. However, Another important factor that contributes to the IO's decision for the cases of F1 visa applying is your school performance. If you have a transcript with outstanding grades, you have a better chance (much better chance). Since that proves that you have been serious with your education (this is what F1 visa holders are all supposed to do) and you haven't violated any laws or rules while staying in the US, the chance for approval will be increased

Please note I am NOT a lawyer and this is NOT legal advise.

Good luck.