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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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I was a silent reader in this blog .
Finally got the good news today . Dont loose hope . Call your employer and find out the status because different ppl follow different procedures .
This blog was very helpful to me ! Thank you 🙂
Hi ,
Is there any one who is still in acceptance ?
California , PP , non-ad
AD/PP/VT – In Acceptance since day one
Same here , still in acceptance from day 1 …. AD/PP/VT
still hanging there
Same here! Nothing to worry abt I hope!
what is happening to California center?
I’m the same and haven’t heard. Chances are slim at this point for PP right?
Just got mine..
Thanks for all the support while i was feeling low
Just got the update- Regular and non advanced degree.
WAC14145*****
Ajay
@ Ajay,
what is the notice date written on your notice..?
09 April
Congrats , can u give next two numbers of ur receipt …
Can you please let me know when did USCIS sent to your employer.
I guess my employer received the notice in last 2 days.
Any non-AD/RP/VT from EZ2 Technologies heard back yet?
Today also receiving the receipts…….means still have a hopes right…I am still waiting for the same…..Another 2 days have a time?
TCS guys any updates?
Hi,
After applying for 4 h1bs through an agent, I was really nervous that I may not make it. But I just received 2 receipts from my agent!
EAC-14-148-XXXXX
EAC-14-147-XXXXX
Have not heard the other twos, but I am not worried. Now it’s a party time.
Time to pack my bag for the US and A!
lol…you are obviously saying this to rile up anger on this forum! Please get a life! Whether it’s true (very doubtful) or not, noone is interested!
If you have applied 4 petitions through same agent, all of them are going to voided. Take care!!
@Pooja..Get ready to face bashing from all corners for your post.
Dude, so many people are still waiting for their H1B notice. How can you do that. If you are selected, we congregate you but don’t do that for God’s sake.
dude, i really cannot understand why you are sharing this info in the forum…. you d better run before we kill you
You are funny!
@Pooja: Only 4? At least you should have applied 10 applications.
Are you really human being..? Do you have humanity. Go to hell.. People like you should be severely punished.
I complain I to immigration. You and your agent are going to jail pretty soon…
Here is the deal dude: you apply through4 agents, and your employer think of 8 for replacing you … after all only talent you poses is to trick the system ! no one cares about your indian talents in the states buddy :)) … all they care about is cheap labor ! welcome to the states “labor” … have fun !
Donno how soon it’s gonna happen but here’s the latest news for H4 ppl…
http://www.dhs.gov/news/2014/05/06/dhs-announces-proposals-attract-and-retain-highly-skilled-immigrants
Guys please don’t lo0se hope. Receipt are still being received. I got it today afternoon. I had completely lost hope. Thank God. I wish every one gets it.
Om Namaha Shivay.
Are you AD or non-AD,RP orPP?
its vermount nonAD and regular
And congrates…..
Are u CA?
All,
My lawyer got my receipt notice today, you may still have hopes till today or tomorrow at least. I applied in regular quota Non AD
Please post first five digit of receipt number and the notice date.
Was a silent reader from day 1.
Finally got my receipt this morning!
Mine is Non-AD/RP/Vermont. The receipt was generated on the 148th day
My sincere wishes to all those who are waiting. I wish everyone gets through!
Congrats! Do you know when was your check cleared?
Anyone got 797c approval form for Premium Processing ? My case status shows approved and notification sent on 30th May 2014 but employer did not received any update from USCIS. Anyone facing same problems ?
Thanks !
Sorry for typo, its 30th April 2014.
Status showing as approved on 30 04 14. But my attorney has not received C797 yet
@797, even my visa was approved on the 30th April, PP.
Even my employer received the notice today. Another friend of mine is also waiting. I think it should be arriving very soon!
Same situation for me as well. It says its been approved on the USCIS website on 04/30 but my employer has not yet received any notification. Any guesses what could be the reason ?
Hey did anybody from Astir IT received email/mail notification till now?
Yep..i got my receipt number.Its in RFE
Yep, i got mine.Its in RFE
Hi All,
Did anyone got the payment back for not selected in the lottery?
I lost hope and waiting for the amount at least .
So you paid your employer for H1b filing ?
If not selected, the checks won’t even be cashed. No worry there – even if the checks are lost, no one can cash them because they are made to USCIS.
Hi All,
Anyone from EMC (AD/REG/East-Coast) got receipt today?
Are there any hopes left?
My Money Order still not cashed. What it means ? Am i not selected in the lottery ? Please comment guys.
Non AD VT regular
In my account, mostly CA regular people are getting receipt nos..
no vermont cases till now.
are you ad or non ad?
R rejected candidate also started getting confirmation or not…
I am also waiting for the confirmation…Mine NonAD/RP/VERMONT
Is it not abusing the US law by taking up a CPT from a Uni just to work in USA and not really interested in studying. All these guys are stealing opportunity from a real serious student who is working hard to study. These abusers are worse than ppl applying multiple petitions in lottery. Grow up guys. Accept the fact and move on. Stop this before USCIS finds this out.
@AD/PP Still Waiting : what are you suggesting? There are people who didn’t get picked up in lottery and who worked hard for their masters the first time. CPT is the only way they can continue working.
still waiting 🙁 Reg/VT
Waiting too. Some people have already got the receipt.
Dont worry you’ll get it, my manager called Immigration Team to his close contact and he confirmed they have started from last week Thursday only… and it might take a month as well to update all the case… So have faith.. 🙂
Anyone got any updates from Splendtek inc?
I am from splendtek too. I have not received any update.
Why they are not giving any update? Earlier t
I have decided to call them next week and find out. Just waiting if they would give any update this week.
I called them. They are telling no updates. This wait is kiiling me.
what did they say?…you are correct!!..this wait is killing and freakingly annoying.
They will update once they rec any packet from USCIC
I too called them and they said no updates yet.
Royal Bank of Canada or RBC Capital Markets anyone?
…..
Hi,
I am here in US on H4 for quite long, and was banking on the lottery this year, but my employer told me that I have not been selected this year.
Hence I do not know what to do.
It would be of great help if someone could tell me of what colleges I could apply to for MS (who provide CPT from the earliest possible day) near NY,NJ areas.
Nevertheless, hope everybody gets through!
All the best!
I am sailing in the same boat. Could anyone please suggest some colleges around Chicago who can provide CPT at earliest.
Hi,
Still waiting for results and now loosing hope. I am also looking any college near seattle, that can provide cpt/opt earliest.
Don’t worry if one door is closed another door is opened, look at this DHS proposal today, it does not even require congress/senate/president approval, very likely it will be implemented in 3-6 months:
http://www.dhs.gov/news/2014/05/06/dhs-announces-proposals-attract-and-retain-highly-skilled-immigrants
Never be @helpless this is for you .. http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2014/05/06/obama-administration-to-let-some-high-skilled-immigrant-spouses-work-in-us/
Any updates from CapGemini ?
Yes – I got a receipt from Capgemini Financial Service(via attorney) yesterday at 4:19 PM.
Did you get an email?
Yes – I got an email from Attorney on behalf of Capgemini. It was sent to one generic email address not just to me. I went to the Attorney Site and in Case Update Section – i can see my receipt number.
Anyone here Non-AD/PP and cannot track their case? My case status says it cannot be found. I received my notice of receipt April 10, 2014 and I got the e-mail from my lawyer that I got picked in the lottery on April 15,2014. It has been more than 15 days since April 10. Should I be worried?
Humans will always find something to worry about. YOU GOT PICKED UP IN THE LOTTERY!! WHY WOULD YOU BE WORRIED ? Unless of course there’s missing paper work, you should get through
Don’t worry you will get it soon, Mine was exactly like yours and suddenly it jumped to the last step and approved 🙂 I know it’s hard to waiting but your gonna make it 🙂
I’m too the same situation, notice data is April14,2014 as per the reciept but still my case status says it cannot be found… not sure when it is going to update …any idea
Hi Guys,
Is there any hope still to get the receipt…. I am Non-AD/RP….still waiting….GOD plz help me to get.
Hi Syntellites
Any info you heard for H1B in Syntel.
Anyone from your team or location got receipt from ODC.
Thanks!
anyone knows how many receipts would hav been sent approximately so far for REG/NON AD…..and till when can we wait??
Wipro started sending mails to those selected in lottery today 6th may. You may watch your mail box for few days. All the best to all those waiting.
Thank you friend.
Can you please share the notice date of your receipt number?
Still Waiting.
Got the confirmation from my employer that my application was selected in the lottery
Wipro does not share receipt number with employee, sorry.
In my account two of got H1B today.
Do you know the notice date?
Can u tell us any one who got rejection mail?
I got mine. Feeling Happy, Praying for Others. Good Luck All. !!!!!
can you let us know the time you received the mail and the notice date?
I got the receipt number on April 15th for RQ/PP/VT, but it still says case not found on USCIS website. Is there anyone on the same boat??
It is very likely your case is rejected. Similar thing happened to me last year.
No worries, I see many people with PP not finding their status on uscis site and getting approval (Decision ) directly.
don’t worry. you are gonna make that. mine was AD/PP/VT . it jump from “the case cannot be found” to approved
when did you get the approval???
Me too same status, notice date is April 14th
I made my consultancy lawyer to call USCIS…….”They confirmed that the case has been received and is processing, but they could not give me a service request to update the online system. Some of the other paralegals have similar cases where no information is available online and the explanation is that the USCIS service centers are running behind in updating their system.”
I filled my case regular processing . still some hope or not . tell me fast.
Thanks
AD/PP stuck in Acceptance case anyone?
same here
Regular processing non ad received receipt on today evening don’t loose hopes wait for few more days
Can u share the masked receipt number
EAC14146XXXXX
anyone received today?
Any one applied trough Mega Infosys ? Please reply to this message.
Yes Priya.
I also applied through them. Did they update any thing? Are they responding for the calls? Who is the concerned person in contact with you ffrom them?
Please keep posted, if you get any update. Would keep posted, if i hear something
They are not responding and not picking the call. I contacted Satish N.
I am scared that they actually applied the H1 or Not. They didn’t send any proof for H1. Can you call me at 6624261515 for more discussion.
this cache needs clearing
Yessss!!! Finally I got the tracking number for my wife 😀
This has been a stressful wait since april 10th. FINALLY got the receipt number!! I am thankful to all the people providing constructive comments and their guidance.
Non Ad RP VT
EAC 14 148 53XXX
Got the receipt notice just now. Fyi..my wife is not Ad But I am AD. Please dont look down on people who are not AD…my wife has done her Masters in Australia…she used to work for Telstra in Australia which is like AT&T here…she quit her 100k job there after our wedding…..
Be positive and keep a Plan B…..I am not very religious but today I realized god does exist and he listens to our prayers…..good luck all!!!!
Very well said! Congrats to your wife!
very well said! Ppl just jump to conclusion thinking ppl on H4 are hoarding jobs! Congrats to you and your wife.
My friends in CTS started receiving rejection mails from yesterday. . Have seen one mail today. ….
I think all hopes lost for everyone eagerly waiting in CTS….
I prepared myself and thinking of plan b now. …
H1B/RQ/RP/CA/CTS
@H1b Aspirant: are you already in us? If you are in India, what do you mean by plan B? Why do you need a plan B?
Simple Dud…:) Plan B is marry a US citizen or US Green Card holder. ITs open for everyone.LOL
Did they rejected people apply in PP or RP? CA or VT?
Please confirm still have a hopes or not….still people are getting notification that application is picked up
By God’s grace my hubby got selected in lottery his receipt no is eac 14-146god bless u all thanks
wow
Heyyyyyyyyy……….I got an email today saying that i was picked in lottery…..!!!…thank GOD.
can you share detail like advanced or regular , which center and which quota
Any updates from wipro?
Wipro started giving confirmation today. 2 guys from our account got a confirmation mail from OOC that their case has been selected in lottery.
How many guys applied from your account?
Got a confirmation mail today in the evening. All the best to you too.
Got email from HR, selected EAC-14-148-XXXXX, Non AD/PP
Congrats………..
When did u received the mail….
Congrats !
148 –> Does this mean it was generated on Apr 30 (PP receipt) ? If the answer is “yes”, there is still little hope for PP guys.
BTW: I am still waiting under AD/PP/VT.
Congratulations. It gives me hope too reading your comment , seeing that someone in PP still got thru I am also waiting for NonAD/PP. Just wish I get the good news soon.
.Do you know if your employer got e-mail or snail mail form USCIS.
I applied in NON AD/PP did not received the receipt number , still waiting to hear a good news from USCIS.
When Tech Mahindra case status would be shared with Employee, Any idea
Tech Mahindra usually share results only after delay of 15-20 days from the day they receive it from USICS. Also you need to be lucky so it reaches to you 🙂
Thats true, need to be lucky to be picked in the lottery. But didnt hear anyone receiving any kind of mail or updates in hyderabad TechM.
Hi Syntellites
Any info you guys heard about H1b in Syntel.
They are completely silent., anyone from your team or location got the receipt.
Thanks!
Guys,
Please sign this petition and circulate it aggressively on FB and twitter for people to sign. Need not necessarily be AD people that are stuck who sign this.
https://petitions.whitehouse.gov/petition/allow-h1b-applicants-who-were-not-selected-fy2015-lottery-temporary-work-authorization/2VyMkNyr
california all receipts are not yet dispatched …. I mean for Non Ad/ regular
I hope ur right. I hardly see any receipts from CA. And everyone i know that applied to CA hasn’t heard anything yet including myself.
i know so many who got from CA. CTS
is there anyone still having their case status on acceptance stage like me?
Count me in sir. Stuck on Acceptance since April 11