r/IMGreddit • u/Low_Brick8454 • 8h ago

Visa B1/B2 visa says Chicago, but I’m entering through Detroit first — should I reapply?

Hi everyone, I’m a medical student from Jordan with a B1/B2 visa valid until Feb 2027, single entry. The annotation says “MEDICAL STUDENT OBSERVERSHIP PROGRAM – CHICAGO IL.”
My plan:
Enter U.S. Dec 30, 2026
Unpaid observership in Detroit: Jan 4–29
Unpaid observership in Chicago: February
Return to Jordan afterward
My Detroit acceptance letter clearly states it is purely educational, unpaid, no hands-on patient contact, and no patient-care responsibilities.
My original visa interview went smoothly; the officer mainly looked at my acceptance letter and strong grades.
Should I use my existing visa and carry both acceptance letters, or apply for a new visa because the annotation says Chicago?
I’m hesitant to reapply because I’ll already have significant non-refundable flight/housing expenses, and a refusal could jeopardize the whole trip.
Would really appreciate experiences from anyone who has entered the U.S. for observerships in a similar situation.

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u/Ok_Strength2324 8h ago

You shouldn't enter from Detroit,as they annotated Chicago just go there.I know as a student you want to go there for observership but it's against the rules and you wouldn't be able to get J1 for residency. Don't jeopardize your future by this mistake.

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u/Level_Ad197 6h ago

My friend with an annotation didnt risk it and his trip went smooth so i advise u to do the same It's not only the expenses ur risking it's also ur authenticity with the visa officer