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Flash News Update :
- May 5th : USCIS announced today that data entry of all FY15 H-1B cap petitions has been completed. USCIS will now begin returning all H-1B cap petitions that were not selected in the lottery. They have announced it on their twitter and facebook pages.
- April 18th : USCIS announced that they will begin H1B FY 2015 premium processing from April 28th, 2014. Previously they announced that they will begin, ‘no later than April 28th’. They just clarified that. You can read on USCIS website
- April 11th : USCIS announced that it received about 172,500 petitions for the H1B Visa 2015 Quota. Read USCIS : 172,500 Received – H1B Lottery Summary
- April 7th : USCIS H1B Visa 2015 Cap Reached on April 7th.
H1B Visa 2015 – Latest News Updates , Articles
- Applying for H1B 2015 ? Read : Step by Step Plan to Apply for H1B 2015
- How to find H1B Visa 2015 Sponsors ? Various Options
- H1B Visa 2015 Lottery Prediction – USCIS Data, Trend, Analysis
- USCIS Official News Release : H1B FY 2015 Petitions Accepted from April 1st. Summary
Looking for H1B Cap Daily Updates ? Check H1B Visa 2015 Cap count Updates Page
Frequently Asked Questions about H1B Visa FY 2015
When will H1B Visa 2015 Season Begin ?
USCIS accepted H1B Visa 2015 applications from April 1st, 2014. They had the window open for 5 working days. USCIS stopped accepting H1B Petitions for FY 2015 from Monday April 7th as more applications were received than the required cap of 85,000 petitions.
What would be the Cap count for H1B Visa 2015 quota ?
No changes to the H1B Cap for FY15, the immigration reform discussions did not go through, the cap limit remained same as last year.
- Regular H1B Quota : 65,000
- Masters H1B Quota : 20,000
- It is to be noted that 6,800 visas every year are set aside for Singapore and Chile Free trade agreement filings, which is called as H1B1 program.
Would there be lottery for H1B Visa 2015 ?
We had H1B visa Lottery for fiscal year 2014. USCIS received about 172,500 petitions for FY 2015 . Our predictions were right, you can read the article H1B Visa 2015 Lottery Prediction analysis
How soon should I start planning for H1B Visa 2015 ?
[ Updated : H1B Sesaon is over for FY 15, plan for next year FY 2016 ] Well, there is nothing like too early… Getting a good H1B Sponsor can be a challenge these days. You need to find a job that fits your profile and find a sponsor that has a job for you. Some employers want to test out the capabilities of the candidate before they plan to sponsor H1B Visa. Typically, they would like students with masters from US work for them on internship or co-op. If they like the candidate then they will sponsor H1B visa. If you are planning to land in US from overseas countries like India, it could be even challenging to find a good sponsor. Maybe you would need to work with global IT services companies and make your way up. It can involve lot of internal process to get the process initiated… You are never early…. Read Step by Step Plan to Apply for H1B 2015
How do I find Sponsors for H1B visa 2015 ?
This is probably the most asked question. It can be a challenge to find a good sponsor. We have written quite a few articles on this topic. The fundamental concept of finding a good employer does not change. You can use our H1B Visa Sponsors Database and search for sponsors in a city or zip code. Check out the above links under 2015 latest news and updates for the current year’s article to find sponsors. You can also, read our last year’s article : How to find H1B Visa sponsors, avoid fraud
What would be the H1B Filing fee for Fiscal year 2015 ?
There has not been any changes in the filing fee for the past couple of years. It did not change for fiscal year 2014. The H1B Visa 2015 filing fee can range anywhere from $1,575 to $4,325 based on the size of the company (number of employees ). Also, the attorney fee can range from $700 to $3000. If you go for premium processing again that is $1225. You can check out the detail break up of fee at : H1B Visa Filing Fee Details – Who Pays for What ?
H1B Visa Immigration Reform – CIR – Proposed Changes ? The comprehensive immigration reform has not passed yet. But, lets say, if it gets passed, the below changes may happen.
- Annual H1B Cap will be increased from 65,000 per year to 110,000. If exteme demand, it can go up to a maximum of 180,000.
- The H1B quota for STEM degree holders from American Schools will increase from 20,000 to 25,000
- H1B Visa fees can up to USD $10,000.
- More stringent rules on H1B visa adjudication.
- Mandatory LCA posting on DOL website for at least 30 days, before it is certified.
You can read Summary of CIR – Immigration reform – H1B Visa and Green Card . We will keep you posted with updates on CIR and H1B visa changes for this year, if any. Did I miss anything ? Do you have any other questions ?
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Under federal law (Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act), our Blog RedBus2US.com is NOT legally liable or responsible for information posted by public, general users or third parties that contains remarks that are defamatory for a company or individual.
Hi,
My employer is not telling me the reason for RFE. Can I call USCIS and check the reason for RFE. Pls advise
I’m in a same boat. I got RFE on June 18th and my employer not telling me the reason for RFE
You can’t call USCIS and ask about RFE. Your employer will work with attorney to respond and if they need anything from you, they will ask you. You have to trust your employer. If still they haven’t ask you anything, RFE may be related to your employer. Good Luck.
Even my employer is not telling anything about the RFE. But I understand that USCIS is asking for documentation from End Client.
Its almost 75 days passed after getting RFE, and my employer has not replied yet. I am very much worried about my VISA. What else can i do now??
Hi All,
I have selected in lottery process as informed by manager, but still no updates about approval or RFE.
Is it worth to wait for some more period for approval or for RFE ?
You should have received RFE by now. Wait till august end
One of my colleague got RFE mail today, so till August end are they sending the RFEs ?
I got RFE status on july 19th. Employer told attorney has not recieved any mail till July 28th. I asked employer that attorney should call back the immigration authorities. Then employer told that attorney has called on phone, the immigration authorities and they asked for some documents which attorney has submitted and employer is telling that until oct’24, I will not get any response. So, my doubt is immigration authorities will give any datecfor response over phone
Hi All,
I got RFE mail today and they have asked for END client letter and BRM letter.My problem is that in both these letters Client name mentioned is wrong. please suggest me on what to do now, and how to proceed.
thanks in advance
That is a serious probelm. USCIS usually considers the lCA, h1b details as one ‘event’ application, the details cannot be altered midway of the petition.
Your best bet is to get the client names corrected in the client letter. if that is a probelm, let the attorney know, and he can use ffidavit. However, this would not gaurantee you sucess, you may still receive a second RFE
Hi Manny
Thanks for reply I can get the name changed in letter.
Now what if my client name is wrong in petition and is any chance of changing it. I mean client name is wrong but address is correct.
Please advice…
If client Name is worng and address correct, you have a chance, that the attorney can explain the error in a cover letter with additional proofs. However if the whole client location and name are wrong then your petition is irreparably damaged. The attorney in your situation can make a case of clerical error and plead with an addendum
Hi Aruna
I have asked my employer about the client name in petition. Awaiting response once they confirm will let you know thanks for the advice
Hi Experts,
I have my interview fixed based on the previously submitted DS 160.I have found out yday that the pin code given in temporary work address is wrong and changed the submitted DS 160.Now I got the new Confirmation page and new barcode.Our company immigration team said there wouldn’t be any problem and I just have to inform them abt the new bar code.
Will there be any problem bcoz of that ? Will the Visa Officer question abt the wrong Pin code I enetered in Old DS 160?
No. Not not all. The will only consider the new DS160. Mistakes do happen, and the consider the latest one, the one you currently own.
My question is regarding my H1B visa.
I got my H1B visa approved by premium processing which is valid from 1st oct 2014.
Now due to maternity reason If I don’t want to start working from 1st oct.My husbands employer files for H4 Extension in july 2014.
Here my concern is that in case H4 get approved after the H1B effective date i.e. after 1st oct will it cancle my H1B approvad petition permanantly or will there be still option of COS from H4 to H1B will be there in future if want to USE MY PERVIOUS APPROVED H1B?Suppose if I withdraw my H4 Extension now Is it possible to apply as soon as by 2 nd oct or so for COS from h1b to h4 -Or do I need to get my husbands H1 extension approved and then only I will be able to apply for H4 Change of status?Also for 2 days OR SO salary slip will be needed in case h1b-H4 cos.I am not sure How to handle this kind of situation.
What would be the best option suggested in this case?I really don’t want to loose my H1B status permanently.I am worried as Tried to connect USCIS as well but they are not giving me any firm info. as beneficiary is my employer.
H4 extension approval will not cancel your H1B approved petition. Your status will change to H4 as last action rule applies. You can do a COS from H4 to H1 to go back anytime. What is your current status? If you are on H4(expired) and have applied for H4 extension on time, you can’t withdraw your petition before Sep 21st as you will be out of status for the time till Sep 21st. If your H4 extension is approved, you can do a COS from H4 to H1 irrespective of your husband’s H1 approval(as you will get approval only after your husband’s H1 but you may get your notice first). Yes you can’t do a H1 to H4 COS if you are not working on H1.I am not an expert but answered what I know from some forums. You need to consult an immigration attorney to handle this situation.
Thanks for your time and response Amigo .I have valid H4 visa till 30th sept and from 1st OCT H1B is valid but only the reason of maternity I dont want to start working from 1st oct I applied for my H4 extension.Now the thing is that I heard in case H4 get approved after the H1B effective date I will have to go through the quota once again for new H1B as MY H1 status will override after H4 extension approval in Oct.Though so many attorneys are saying I will be illegible for cap exemption.Not sure will have to apply for COS or will have to file complete new petition?Also in case if my current employer refuse to file the COS from H4 -H1B in Future -Can some other employer do this for me if I have have the I-797 Approval notice of my Approved H1B?Any Idea?
Once you are counted in cap, and if you are in US and then apply for some other visa, you will be be cap exempt the next time around. In your case, you will be cap exempt.
If you stay on H4 psot sept31, then the act assumes that you would not working post Oct 1st. You need to be on work from october 1st under H1B . If you choose to be on h4, and not on h1b post october 1st, the employer could withdraw your approved H1B or if there is a site audit your petition could be trouble since you are not working.
This will not ‘permanently’ damage your h1b, but you would stand in contradiction to the approved h1b post october 1st if you choose to be h4.
If you have re-apply, then you won’t be counted against the cap since you have already been counted once this year.
The best thing for you to do, is to work atleast a week, and simultaneously apply for COD to h4, when COS h4 happens – quit your job as anyway you wouldn’t be able to work on h4. BUT get the paystub from october to whatever duration you worked to show for your h1b usage. THIS WOULD BE SAFEST TO DO.
Thanks Aruna For your Input.But I am not sure as due to maternity reason as I have due in Nov It would be easy for me to get the project for a week or so.I am not sure how the employer continue payroll to maintain the h1b status -I have not yet discuss with them.In case till the 1st week of Oct my husbands h1b extension -approval not come still I can apply for my COS from H1B-H4 Or do I need to wait and continue working on h1 until his approval ?Please suggest.
You still can apply. because in the cases, the h4 is explicitly tied with H1B. So when H1B extension is applied, the H4 petition can also be too because it is deemed to be expiring along with H1B. So the process can happen simultaneously. however, do meet a attorney and seek advice, as in your case, the question of pay roll, employer, +job scenarios are also involved. you would have to manage all that. And if you can keep the H1B and go in for paid maternity leave , then why re-apply at all?. Speak with your attorney and employer
Thank you so much Aruna For your reply.
Just the one last question in case I do not withdraw my H4 extension and if It get approved Before 1sT OCT.,What will be the hew H4 effective date as my current h4 is expiring on 30th sept .will it be 1st oct?
In this case what will be my status as per last action rule?
As H1B and H4 both will have the same effective date?
h4 is tied to hb. Without H1B approval there cannot be any h4. H4 will have the same date as H1B
Hi All,
i have a question regarding DS160 for H4.
My wife will travel with me but we both are going together for stamping.
what should i fill in DS160 for my wife for question “Anybody travelling with you”?
If i mention no, then wat is contact name and adress of US i need to fill for her?
i guess i cannot give mine because i am not in US now, can i fill onsite manger name and address for her also
sorry actually, my wife is not travelling with me, by mistake i mentioned my wife is travelling with me
Your US residence address. if that isn’t there too, Fill in the address, of the one of the address of the US manager etc in the form. you can ahve a different address after coming here. If that too doesn;t work, fill in your organisation address where you will be working.
Hi everyone, I have 2 years bond with my consultancy, so they process my H1b visa. Now my visa is approved..my question is after 2 years if I change my employer, will my H1b approval be valid ? what are the document do I need to have before changing my employer. Kindly advice
Got my visa stamped. Dint go through any difficulties even though I had previous B1 rejection.
What all ques they have asked in interview and which consulate?
Hi BRD….Congrats and thanks for sharing your experience
Can you please share your experience in detail, when you got some time?
Hi Experts,
I was applied form a desi consultancy.
My petition got approved without RFE and i am going to get the documents in next month for stamping. so
1)do i need to ask my employer for any specific documents like client letter and financial statements or they send by default all documents without asking which will require for stamping ?
2)if petition was directly approved means …was my employer submitted the client letter while filing ?
3)is client letter and financial statements mandatory for stamping ?
I am at outside of USA(Malaysia).
Please help me on this .thanks in advanc
A copy of that is good to have. More documentation never hurts in satmping, it will only help your case. Client letter copy would be a good thing to have with your name and credentials clearly mentioned on it.
Hi,
I request you people for clarification about pay stubs .
some people are saying that we have to carry original pay stubs for stamping interview.
Actually my employer is sending PDF file for pat stub.there is no signature on that .it is computer generated …is that enough ?
Thanks in advance…
Original is never required. Their website itself says, photocopy
Hi
Anyone from accenture have started with their consulate interviews?Request you to pls share their experiences
Hi
My L1 Blanket visa got rejected 2 Years before. Now my H1B got selected in lottery and approved. I am planning to do stamping in next 10 days.
Some one Plz tell what i can answer for below question in interview.
Why your L1Blanket visa got Rejected?
At the time of L1B rejection . They Said reason as it not appropriate visa for you.
Suren,
In this same page, “H1B Stamping exp_Visa approved” posted his visa stamping experience, which is similar to your case. He was also rejected L1 visa in the past. But still, his visa was approved.
As per his experience, I understood that, we should be straight and appropriate to the questions asked by the officer.
Since that category is for candidates with highly specialized skills, my visa was denied and Visa officer asked me to apply for a different category.
I got rfe on july 19th my employer told to me after 10 days he submitted the documents but the status is still rfe only.so How long do I have to wait to change the status from rfe to rfe response review? And how do I know my employer submitted ir not?
I got RFE on May 16th. My Employer told that they replied on Jun 25th.
I was waiting and it changed to RFE response review two days back. So it takes long time for some ppl and it depends. We never knew but you have to believe your employer and wait. It may change anytime. Good Luck
Any idea,how much time it will an avg to move from RFE review to next state?
Me too on same boat
Hi All,
Cany any one suggest me where to attend the stamping Intervieww.
As per my I-797 from it has mentioned as Chennai and in one of my I-129 form at page #3 it has mentioned as Hyderabad , Where do i need to attend the interview.
Is I-797 form is taken into consideration , as i am been working in Hyderbad , and if the VO asks the question why you had interview at chennai as Hyd has an consulate.
please help me out with your Inputs
i797 is approval petition,so u have to go with that i.e, to Chennai
Hi I- Clarify,
Can i attend the interview in Hyd location as i am working here , and if not if in chennai ,if the Vo asks why you had come to chennai when there is an Consulate at Hyd what would be my answer ?
Can you please respond me
Yes, You can attend the interview at hyd.
Hi,
You can attend interview in any of the consulate in India irrespective of the Consulate name mentioned in I797. Even I had similar doubt and send a query to support-india@ustraveldocs.com and got the response that I can attend interview in any of the consulate in India. If still in doubt, you can even check by sending mail to above mail ID.
+Sure
@ VRM, don’t misguide people
U r supposed ti enter Interview at Chennai consultate only,, as per I797 I197 is nothin gbut a mere application form,if u want much more clarity
visit ustraveldocs.com and do an online chat with them about your case, PLZ Dont assume anything ,it took so much of pain for you to reach this stage.
@I Calriy, I had checked with the customer care of the consulate couple of months back and they confirmed that we can attend in hyd though i797b has chennai.
FYI, i797b is more than a mere form. It is as important as your visa and you need to keep it safe just like your passport.
Before jumping into conclusions and blaming someone, please confirm for yoyrself.
anybody is still waiting for approval? I am in EAC14138 series and still waiting. It is on Initial review since April 10th.
waiting. rfe response review stage.
From when yur waiting on rfe review?
July 16
Same here..waiting since 10th april…status is Initial Review…EAC141375****
I am on same boat .:(
my case is the worst EAC14136 series and still waiting 🙁 🙁 🙁
Hey,
Any got approved information from H1?
I have been waiting after they informed for lottery status.
In my I129 petition i could see mine and my manager duties are showing same.
Will it effect ? and Will it be possible to change now
Please help me
An approved i129 or I797 i f u have then it doesn’t matter.
Thanks I calriy
Have more question did VO ask about this at interview time why both duties are same.
Hi, I have completed 4 years in USA with my L1 visa and moved to India last month and also My H1B FY 2015-2016 got approved now. My question is, If I stay in India for 365 days and move to USA on Oct 2015(next year), do my Cap period gets reset to 6 years or it will expire and I have to apply fresh H1B next year ? Please someone clarify
Any one from IBM can share the Visa interview experience especially from Chennai consulate.
Yesterday I have attend the stamping interview at Chennai and my visa is approved. I would like to thank everyone in this forum for providing more informations about H1B visa right from H1B lottery day. I would like to share my experience with you guys and all the very best for people who are waiting for stamping.
My appointment timing is at 8am in the morning and I reached the consulate at 7.15am. There was two separate queues standing outside, one for 7.30 and another for 8am. I stood in 8am queue and was waiting to get through the initial checks.
Once all the security checks are done, they asked me to go to the interview section by issuing a receipt with token number and asked me to look at the display and wait for my token number and move to the respective counter for interview.
After 30 mins, my turn came and I moved to the counter. The below are the questions asked by Visa officer (VO) and the answers provided by me.
Me: Good Morning Sir, How are you doing?
VO: Good Morning, I am doing good, Thanks. May I have your passport and DS160 confirmation letter pls?
Me: Gave the passport and DS160 confirmation letter (Bit surprised since he didn’t ask me for I797B approval notice or any other documents)
VO: Which company you are working for Sir?
Me: Answered
VO: Who is your client?
Me: Answered
VO: How much does your company pay you in US sir?
Me: I told the US annual salary as per I129 petition.
VO: That’s great. Can you tell me about your jobs and role?
Me: I answered in a short manner (Not in detail). At this time, he was looking into his monitor to his left side and checking something.
VO: Do you have any visa denial before Sir?
Me: Yes I do. Last year I have applied for L1B blanket and it was denied.
VO: Denied for?
Me: Since that category is for candidates with highly specialized skills, my visa was denied and Visa officer asked me to apply for a different category.
VO: Again looking into his monitor and said, “Just wait for a moment Sir” and went inside.
Me: (I was very much tensed at this point)
VO: Congratulations Sir, your visa is approved. You can leave now.
Me: Thanks you so much Sir.
One thing to say, H1B visa stamping interview is pretty simple and no need to worry at all. Surely visa will be approved.
Hello Friends,
This year I have applied from two employers and got selected in lottery and approved.
Employer1 (one of the company from USA)
Employer 2 (One of the Top most MNC in INDIA)
I am very much interested with first one. Please clarify my questions.
1) If I go for stamping with the first one and incase if visa got RFE or rejected then I go for stamping with the Second employer?
2) if first question is YES , would be any impact on second one?
3) Do I need to update any info to employers that I have two H1B petitions processed for the year?
Please clarify………
My H1b Visa got approved on July 24th…
Anyone from Cyma Systems Inc. If yes, Please post me your updates.
Regards,
kk.
My H1b Visa got approved on July 24th…
Anyone from Cyma Systems Inc. If yes, Please post me your updates.
Regards,
kk.
Hi, My H1B petition has been approved. I have a question. Since my picture was quite blur on my passport, I have applied for re-issue of my old passport under tatkal quota. I heard that they will issue me a new passport with different passport number than my passport used while filing my H1B petition.
Can anyone of you help me by clarifying, if a new passport number will hammer my chances in H1B stamping interview? Or, Is there any usual process in this regard and it would not create any problems?
Thank you so much 🙂
@Ram, Have you filled DS160 & ustraveldocs already? I think you have to wait for the new passport and enter the new passport number in the forms and carry both old & new passport for the interview.
@VRM – i am yet to fill the forms. I am planning to go for visa stamping in september. I was bit worried if this may lead to rejection. Thanks for sharing your experience.
Anyone else has any experience on same lines…if yes…please share…thank you in advance 🙂
no need to worry — new passport number is your identity now onwards ( old one is marked cancelled while applying for reissue)
Visa office will be interested in new passport only ( but carry old as well — Visa office will ask for / expect new passport from you — for Visa issuance / sticker)
Always carry old for visa and while travelling although
Any updates on rejection list?
Hello All,
My application status changed to post decision activity with below comments, it is indicates approved or ?
Post Decision Activity
On Aug 09, 2014, your notice I129, PETITION FOR A NONIMMIGRANT WORKER was processed and mailed to the address on record. If you have not received it within 30 days of Aug 09, 2014, contact customer service at 1-800-375-5283. If you move while your case is pending, please call our customer service center at 1-800-375-5283.
Obeserved this comments for approved application:
On July 10, 2014, we mailed you a notice that we have approved this I129 PETITION FOR A NONIMMIGRANT WORKER. Please follow any instructions on the notice. If you move before you receive the notice, call customer service at 1-800-375-5283
Please help
Anyone from TCS yet to receive the the petition status (RFE/Approval) after selection…
Me!!!!iam waiting for approval after submitting rfe docs..hw much time will it take
Same here.. TCS keeps you waiting…
Hi Folks,
My employer did not provide I129 but they provided G28.
will it be fine for interview?
Thanks in Advance.
Theoritically not required, but ask for it.
My status is in rfe response review and is nearing 60 days. What should i do if it exceeds 60 days because as per uscis they were aupposed to respond within 60 days.
Please give suggestions. Should i wait or as my employer to call them.
Same here. My 60 days got over today. My lawyer says to wait till end of month . Really nervous though 🙁
Hi,
by 60 days u mean 60 business working days or 60 calendar days?
Mine is in response review since last 25 days. How long do I have to wait? 🙁
60 calendar days.
Whats the starting didgits of ur case num?
What is the starting digits of ur case num ?
Troy can you share your case starting few diggits..
Hi Guy,
For RFE you should need to respond with in 45-90 days not 60days.
Mine RFE Date – 14- May
RFE Review Date -05- Aug
So be coo0000l
I think they are talking aout RFE response review stage
When did you status change to rfe response review ? On may 14 ?
EAC14137….
I meant 60 calendar days. The status has been “RFE Response Review” since June 11, 2014
Hi Guys, need your help.
I got rfe for sow. my current sow is till oct 2014 and it will get renewed again. Can any one tell me if I submit the current sow wil that be any issue. is there any problem. I have client letter and they have mention date till 2017. please respond.
Hi All,
I got RFE on 28th July, my attorney passed the RFE information today.
They say it is on “Right of Control” and job location of the candidate. Can anyone shed light on what “Right of Control” is and the complexity of this RFE?
Thanks!
Hi,
Visa stamping experience on 11 Aug at Chennai consulate
I was in US on L1 for last 4 years. Same company applied for H1. My wife also appeared for interview for H4 with me.
VO- Good morning, Passports plz
Me -Gave
VO – which company you work for?
Me – YYY
VO – how long you have been working for them?
Me – Y years
VO -Your current Position ?
Me – Told him the title
VO – Salary?
Me – Told him the Salary
VO- Is this position internal or client facing?
Me – Internal (direct hire)
VO – Can i see your pay stub since you are already working in US?
Me – Showed Pay stub
VO- Made few entries in system and asked us how was last winter
Me – It was very harsh and cold.
VO – Your visa is approved. Congrats.
Me – Thanks
Hi Ad,
Congrats man…..Thanks for sharing your experience.
1. Your self and your wife are at same counter while your visa interview, right?
2. Have they asked any thing your wife?
3. Have you observed; Are they allowing small kids (under 5yrs) with you to the counter, while your visa interview is taking place?
Any other precaution/advices for the people, who are going to attend visa interview in near future.
Thanks
@IBM_HYD,
Yes, Kids are allowed to the counter and it is an added advantage. You get priority in all the queues. I had been to chennai consulate with my wife & kid (2.8yrs old) and the process inside the consulate was all done in 15mins including the interview. You can have the interview at the same counter at same time for the whole family.
Hi VRM…..Thanks for the information.
Actually I have 2 kids (One is 3yrs, other is 11 months) and always they will make loud noise.
According to your input, it might be easy for me while going for stamping and interview.
Any other suggestion, would like to provide??
Thanks
@IBM_HYD,
are you going along with your spouse and kids?
Only applicants are allowed inside the consulate and It may be difficult to handle two kids single handedly during the interview. Kids are exempted from attending the interview. You can use the drop box facility for their stamping and you can attend the interview alone if you wish to.
@VRM
where do we need to mention, if we would like to go for dropbox facility for kids? i mean while filling DS160 or @ interview location…
Friends / Experts,
I got H1B approved after an RFE. I need a small help now. How do I find out if my H1B is filed under End Client or Employer Vendor Client Model?
Also, how will the VO know what category the Employer works under. Will it be a problem if I tell that my employer is the EC but it turns out that there is an EVC model behind the scene.
Pls guide.
Congrats… can I know your rfe responded date and duration?
RFE was raised on 30 May. Responded on 31 July and H1B got approved on 8 Aug.
RFE was about Job Duties and Managers Supervision. [This is what Employer told me].
How do I know if my H1B was filed under EC or EVC?
I have got selected the H1B lottery this year and I’m working on the RFE documentation now. I just have a question regarding my passport. My Passport is going get expired by APRIL 2015, I’m now eligible to apply for renewal. Can I apply for renewal? Since I have already submitted my passport for H1B process, will it make any issues if I get a renewed one?
for visa stamping your attorney will send you all the docs, from that you can get to know. Using those docs you will visit USA Consulate office.
Hi ,
did anyone attend for stamping interview from logic planet inc ? kindly share your experience.
Thanks in advance……
Hi,
I request you people for clarification about pay stubs .
some people are saying that we have to carry original pay stubs for stamping interview.
Actually my employer is sending PDF file for pat stub.there is no signature on that .it is computer generated …is that enough ?
Thanks in advance…
Hi Experts,
I was applied form a desi consultancy.
My petition got approved without RFE and i am going to get the documents in next month for stamping. so
1)do i need to ask my employer for any specific documents like client letter and financial statements or they send by default all documents without asking which will require for stamping ?
2)if petition was directly approved means …was my employer submitted the client letter while filing ?
3)is client letter and financial statements mandatory for stamping ?
I am at outside of USA(Malaysia).
Please help me on this .thanks in advance.
My Visa Experience
Aug 8th , Place : Chennai
VO : GM,passport please
Me : Gave
Vo : You are from wipro,right?
ME : Yes
Vo : Client
Me : XXX
Vo : Your visa is approved.
Hardly interview went or a minute
Hi Vishal_anand….Congrats .
Thanks for sharing your experience.
Are they allowing kids (below 3years) at the counter with us, while visa interview is taking place?
And also are entire family (For spouse H4) can be at one counter only, right?
Thanks
@IBM_HYD,kids and spouse are supposed to be goingto the same counter and u have an advantage .. with family along with u ur visa approval is confirmed 🙂 that too from IBM means its like u go there and finsih off the formalities
Yes they allow kids, infact applicants with kids are given priority in the queue. Enjoy. All in one counter.
Yeah and one more thing with less than 3 years kids means ,u can skip so many queues 🙂
Hi Vishal_anand, Thanks for your input…
Yes, I have 2 kids (Older one is 3yrs, elder one is 11 months).
Actually, I have not seen your response here, that’s why I have posted same question above.
May be….hopefully, Things might go fine because of IBM brand. I’ll keep post updates anyway.
Thanks
Hi Vishal_anand…..Thanks for the information.
Actually I have 2 kids (One is 3yrs, other is 11 months) and always they will make loud noise.
According to your input, it might be easy for me while going for stamping and interview.
Any other suggestion, would like to provide?? I’ll keep posted updates from my end, if there any.
Thanks
Hi Experts,
I was applied form a desi consultancy.
My petition got approved without RFE and i am going to get the documents in next month for stamping. so
1)do i need to ask my employer for any specific documents like client letter and financial statements or they send by default all documents without asking which will require for stamping ?
2)if petition was directly approved means …was my employer submitted the client letter while filing ?
3)is client letter and financial statements mandatory for stamping ?
I am at outside of USA(Malaysia).
Please help me on this .thanks in advance.
Here is my experience….
I am in hyd visa office……
My previous project experience is SAP from where I went to B1 also..
My current company is not having SAP but they quoted as I am working as programmer for them…
Unfortunately the visa guy knows the difference that curent project is in SAS and
i am SAP ABAP Consultant..
VO: GM Gentle Man.
I: Yes office gm.
Vo: Passport pleease.
I: GIVEN.
VO: So why are you going us?
I: (my self, are vo I have paid 5 lakh rupees to go this step, and having all documents why did you asking same questions). for employement sir.
VO: So you dont have employement?
I: ( are yar I have spent whole 10 days to fill your ds-160 form, cant you see that ) No Sir I have but I am going for some better position and better salary
VO: oh wow nice..You are current team lead right
i: ( Thanks yar, ) yes ( some relief)
VO: so being a team lead why are you moving into programmer position? and how did you say that as better career growth?
I: (already feeling thirsty), No sir I can work close with the client, which hardly I get from offhsore.
VO: So you being a SAP consultant and working with other technology how did you say that worthful, but how did your employer given chance to you for the project.
I: (Already people started starring at us) No sir I am mutli skilled, so I can work on anything.
VO: Ok good luck work in India if you are so talented. I cant issue your visa as I dont believe your skill matches with current skill..
Is that 221g or denial?
denied
To my concern that is very unusual. Your case has been approved by USCIS after verification (although you are a scambag and have paid for the position) and VO should not deny your visa just for a belief that you are not suitable for that. Are you just trolling around here?
This is fake !!!! H1B visa denial 🙂 tell some thing realistic at max in worst case u would have got a 221g ….. Bro don’t waste others time here.
Exactly ,I dont know from where these BCs come and waste our time.
H1B Visa is denied ?? You know why people die to get H1B visa??? it is such a straight visa ,uits gets its approval already ..and interview is to verify facts and just facts.. they might give a 221G ,that too will be cleared in 60-150 days time frame. 99.9999% H1B visas are always thru with 2-3 months here and there!!!! Venky You are a junky …..
Junky chuita agar ma ka dudh pi hai to come here and reply.
Hi Experts/Lannister,
My petition was filed from one project but right now since march 2014 I am working in another project. My employer is a MNC.My question is for the curent project, the SOW is vallid till Dec 2014 and then client will sign a new SOW from Jan 2015.
I have no option but to carry this SOW for PAI. My question is will this pose a problem and will VO deny the visa?
Also the immigration team in our company is not sharing client letter to carry for PAI. However they are providing a CIS notification letter and new LCA for the project change.
Please advice whether not carrying client letter and an SOW valid till Dec 2014 will pose a problem. Very worried. Waiting for your replies eagerly
Thanks in advance..
Hi,
I was in US in L1 and my wife in L2. Both of us had SSN nos. Now I will be traveling back to US in H1 and my wife in H4. What will happen to my wife’s SSN? Will it be still active and we can use it to get the driving license? Or the SSN will be cancelled. Valuable feedback is required.
It will remain, no issues. You can use it for driving license, while fixing taxes jointly also.
My Current Status:
Receipt Number: EAC1414254XXX
Application Type: I129 , PETITION FOR A NONIMMIGRANT WORKER
Your Case Status: Post Decision Activity
On July 23, 2014, we mailed you a notice that we have approved this I129 PETITION FOR A NONIMMIGRANT WORKER.
Clarity: How long do i need to wait for my Interview after this?
Hi,
Is it weird that my consultant still doesn’t have any news about my H1 visa, whether it got picked up in the lottery or not. I haven’t recieved either the EAC# or the packet. Is there anyone else out there with a similar case ? What should I do in this case. Any suggestions?
Me too.. in same situation..
Hi,
I have a quick questions on interview as I am going for stamping on 11th August’ 14 along with my wife and kid.
Will we all be called on one single window or individually on two different windows ?
One single Visa officer will interview all family or we need to attend interview separately?
Because for fingerprinting at OFC we were giving two tokens and called to two separate windows.
Thanks and much appreciated
single window and single visa officr
Where are you attending? Do you know if they allow kids into the consulate? I know they are not “required” , but will they stop kids ?
Kids allowed and all attend in a single window only.
Hi All,
i have attended H1b visa interview on august7th in chennai,after interview the VO didn’t given me any color slip,but he took my passport and original documents and he told me have to look in to this sir and Contact you soon like that
My interview was done on August7th-2014,dont know whats going to happen ,if i check in the site it showing like administrative processing.,have any body with the same issue,please suggest me.
what is the chance of getting visa?
Hi Chinna,
Your employer is desi consultancy or big company.
Regards,
Raj
Hi,
Mine is US Company which is very small one
Hi Chinna,
Any update on your visa.
Raj
Hi Raj,
Still showing like administrative processing,which got update on August7th only
I don’t remember the name, but someone from this forum had gone through same issue in delhi consulate on 7th Aug. May be you can search him and discuss the same.
check in travel docs website it should have the passport status , weather visa stamped or g221.
i have verified,it showing like administrative processing
Hi Chinna,
Any update received in your case.
Raj
Hi Chinna,
Any update on your visa.
Raj
Hi Chinna,
Did you receive any update on your visa.
Raj
Hi Guys,
if any body attended H1B interview at Hyderabad,Please share your experience. Thanks in Advance.
Hi,
Is it wierd that my consultant still doesn’t have any news about my H1 visa, whether it got picked up in the lottery or not. I haven’t recieved either the EAC# or the packet. Is there anyone else out there with a similar case ?
Hi
I am currently on L1 and applied for H1 B with other company this year. My petition is picked up in lottery and a RFE is issued. I am in process of getting the response back to USCIS. I have the following questions
1. My current employer has offered to file for GC and requested me to continue with the company. Assume that my H1 gets approved with other company, can I still work with my current company
2. Per GC process, labor needs to be approved prior to I140, I am told that in case of L1, there is no need for labor and we can directly file for I140. Is this true
Appreciate all your help and guidance.
Thanks
PK
Hi PK, I moved from L1 to H1 few years back and this is what my experience is. Experts can pitch in.
1. You are not supposed to work with current employer once your H1B is effective as your H1B has already submitted with Change of Status exxective from Oct 1. You can continue with first employer for some time (let say max 1-2 months after Oct 1st) but I would suggest don’t do that. it may effect your future GC processing. Please google more about Unlawful presence and Out of status.
2. Not sure about that but I think you are not required to file Labor only when you file for EB1 category. For EB2 and 3 it should be required. Please read more about it.
Hi Pk,Even i am also in the same boat.My petition was approved in june but my employer told me that wait until sep 1’st week to go for stamping.I applied through desi consultancy.what might be reason ?I am outside of USA(Malaysia).
Appreciate all you help…..
Thanks
Hi ALL,
Amazing thing happened to me !!
My H1-b got approved but only for 4 months even though my LCA is filled for 3 yrs. My lawyer emailed USCIS last week but hasn’t received any response from USCIS, Weird thing is the expiration date of my OPT and H1-b is same.
Can anybody explain why this type of issue happens? What can I do to extend it if it is only for 4 months?
Thanks for any input !!
Np, some times depend on project they will approve for even 3 months , once you got I-797 , you can apply for extension in premium processing.
Thanks Sandeep !!