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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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Has any one from Accenture bangalore got reciept??
Nope.. nothing yet from RMS team.
Had raised a myrequest on 15th.. got the reply that they have not yet got the results from attorney and will be able to notify by month end… huh
Looks like they wont tell the result until they receive the rejection packages for all employees tooo 🙁 🙁
I don’t know when are going to provide update though Mobility mentioned in last communication that they will inform by mid of May. All the companies have already started communicating …and don’t know what accenture is waiting for?
I doubt now if my employer really filed an application for me 🙁 Is there any way to check that?
I really doubt now if my employer really filed an application for me 🙁 Is there any way to check that?
I am wasting my time for Waiting whether my application Non AD/RP/Vermont selected in lottery or not. Not able to plan for other options with out knowing the status :(…. Any status about return applications?
There is no deadline as such, but few guys are getting receipts today also .. So don’t loose hope. I m also in the same boat and really very frustrated. I really doubt now if my employer really filed an application for me 🙁 Is there any way to check that?
Hi friends,
Exactly what they will verify in initial reveiw? What are all they will do. Pls let me know.
They will do a background check of the applicant/petitioner and will identify issues that may need to be addressed (RFE). They will review the application/petition for fraud indicators as well. Mine is still initial review.
Any hopes for NON AD/RP/Vermont.
anyone knows any university that gives CPT from day 1 ? It will also be helpful if you specify which program.
Sullivan
Stratford
ITU
UNVA
UNVA might already be closed, and Stratford has been “blacklisted” since it issued more OPTs last year than all ivy leagues schools combined, so best to avoid. I’m talking to the uni I got my masters from to give me CPT from day since I’m doing a 2nd masters. CPT is given at the discretion of the university/program director, so try that avenue first since its more legit than some of these other schools.
Good luck!
Does the programs at any of these schools mandate CPT from day 1 as degree requirement ?
The CPT rules say that one can have CPT from day 1, only if the academic program mandates this.
I lost all my hope completely…no miracle will happen going forward..the chances are very very low it seems.
bye bye to all… all the best who selected in lottery 🙂
Jesus know what’s best for you. If it doesn’t happen, he would have done his works for you to have a better future. BELIEVE and have faith.
We are out of the game guys…I lost all my hope completely…no miracle will happen going forward..the chances are very very slim it seems.
same here NonAd/RP/EAC
any1 with RP NonAD?
In the same boat….
We are out of the game guys…I lost all my hope completely…no miracle will happen going forward..the chances are very very slim it seems.
Anyone else got receipt today? Any idea till when we need to wait?
……still waiting…1 week over….wait continues….
Hello All,
Attorney file my case non AD/RP. Any one here from Amdocs got through?
Still no reply! Don’t know what to do. Days and nights are now same. Every time I just refresh my mail in hope that miracle will happen, don’t know when?
How long should I wait and hope for miracle to happen? I read here that 30th may at max will be final day. After that no hope.
I heard that America is a country with highest level of intelligence in every aspect of life. Why this country have rules of deciding fate of high skilled engineers/doctors/scientists, other professionals by “LOTTERY”.
What a Irony?
Guide me in this difficult time. I am applying for 1st time.
Because is THEIR system and you have to abide to it.
Count time —
AD’s still waiting with no receipt or returned applications ?
+1
AD/RP/VT
+1
+1……AD/PP/VT.
+ 1(ad/pp/vt)
+1 AD/PP/VT
Is there even any slight hope left for PP now. they guarantee 15 days processing.
But I have neither got a receipt nor a rejection. What is the use of paying PP?
If you got selected in the lottery the premiun processing fee is to speed up their decision on you application. (2 weeks)
This sucks … lottery is deciding our fates … our careers are on the line … this broken immigration system is doing no good to well deserving people …
I never did played any lottery so far in my life but this time I have to :). Personally and professionally bad luck hit me down many many times all through my life roads, but I never accept my defeat.
Anyone from PARAM NJ?
Any deadline for RP NonAD? What is the last date to keep hopes alive?
Got the receipt number!! Thank God!!
Good luck to all of you guys…
Congratulations! Would you like to share your background with us? R u regular processing non ad or ad and which center (Vermont or California) did you apply? When is the notification date?
Thanks!
Congrats !
Please tell us the notice date mentioned in the receipt notice. This will give an idea on how many days it took for the receipt to reach you today.
This is a good example for those that lost their hope, Pray and Jesus will listen and decide what’s better for you. Maybe the US is not the best option for him and YOU…who knows. Life is a lottery as well.
Anyone got receipt thru Splendtek?premium or regular?
Please update
Nope… Even no updates from them. Not sure, still how long to wait for their mail or call.
No updates from them.still waiting….
Got an email from them on May 6th that my check got encashed. Still waiting for the receipt number.
……same date here….waiting for receipt no….1 week over….still waiting…..
update me your status….once received…..
splendtek just announced that all their applications got returned
Where did they announce? I didn’t get any email. Did you really apply through them or you messing around?
please reply!! how did u come to know that all applications were returned?
You are are TROLL
Anybody contacted splendtek people in these two days?? did they respond ??
Any chance yet?
Has anyone received rfe for their application this year ??
This RFE thing is killing me !
Non of my pay stubs and my W-2 has anything regarding my 90 days of unemployment rule ! I wanna what will happen if I do not even talk about my unpaid internship that I did for about 3 months? how do they gonna understand that even ??
Anybody has any suggestions ? 🙁
My attorney said to take it easy as I did not violet any rules but I do not know why am I panicking so much about this !
If you can get a confirm letter from your employer that you worked as unpaid for those period I think it will help.
What did USCIS ask from you? about for your 90 days of unemployment evidence? and How did they know about your 90 days unemployment?
If there is a gap between your OPT start date and offer letter start date, for your current job, then it is obvious. If you explain this gap using the letter then no need to be concerned, as you didn’t violate any rules. Just chill and send the letter/W2 etc. Goodluck!
Wipro ppl, ANyone got the intimation today/ or in this week. When I called OOC on Tuesday (13/05), they said they are expecting onemore list by this weekend. Any body got notified so far ?
No dude… still awaiting response from GIMS.
Got my receipt today 16th May, 2014. All the best for those who are still waiting.
Hi. You belongs to RP and Non AD?
If yes, when your cheque got encashed? Kindly reply.
What is your receipt date?
Congrats dude.. Could you please tell the receipt date and as per your info how many received receipts today.
Anyone from INFY hyd got the receipt today?
any body got receipt today in Wipro
Still waiting
2 ppl got rejected email today
Hi ,
Any updates for NON AD visas?
Hi guys,
Is there any deadline for Regular Processing Non AD? What is the last day to receive receipt…How long do i need to wait for receipt..There is no news in USCIS website.. It is really frustrating
There is no deadline as such, but few guys are getting receipts today also .. So don’t loose hope. I m also in the same boat and really very frustrated. I really doubt now if my employer really filed an application for me 🙁 Is there any way to check that?
Hi All,
I have been following this site from 45days.
My employer informed me on May 2nd that my cheque was cashed. And I got the receipt (EAC14-146-XXXXX) yesterday.
Congratulations who already received receipt numbers and all the best who are still waiting for receipts.
Thanks god !
Non Ad, regular, Vermont …. Still waiting… Ny hope? I have come along with my wife as dependent. This lottery is really frustrating and painful 🙁 just want to know green or red…
The new law that dictates spouse of H1-B holder to allow to work might help you dear. It was reported some 10 days back. Keep your finger crossed.
Hey, i and my wife both applied for H1b this time from India, however hers got selected in the lottery EAC1414651### however mine have not yet been picked up or rejected.
We both appied in RP/Non-AD/Vermont.
If at all she gets the visa and i dont, can you please advsie me what will be the process for me to apply to go as her spouse and what visa is that.
Thanks
You can go as dependent on h4 visa.but you can’t work on h4
Thanks for teh reply, however in the above comments , it is mentioned that “spouse of H1-B holder to allow to work “.
Also can you let me know teh procedure for H4
Spouse of H1 visa holder who has started the green card process only can work. Google H4 and you will see lot of sites guiding to apply for H4.
Folks,
Its only a PROPOSED rule as of now. There is no rule that automatically makes H4 eleigible for EAD. Thanks.
Any updates??
notjing yet 🙁
Feeling very depressed.y thr s no response…feeling so bad
This is such a shame..other big IT companies like CTS has published the result..I wonder what our H1B compliance, Chennai Visa cell and FDFU is doing?
Second batch results are expected today. We will get to know on monday…
Hi vj tcs,
What are you talking about? I don’t even know about the first batch results. FDFU doesn’t not have any news till now.
Man.. FDFU relased the first list two weeks back. 130 odd applications were selected in that. too bad u did not check if yours was among them. U need to call FDFU or go to their Module.
Rivotril will help you, helping me as well.;)
Any updates for R Systems Noida, yesterday I was informed that a couple of rejections have come back but no news of any selections…
Not a single person from capgemini got update on receipt.
What’s going on?
I did get receipt # from capgemini on 5/12.
Raghavendran Kuppusamy, dont waste time here. go and work 🙂
R u sure u got receipt as mobility is keep postponing dates and saying they have not disclosed any results so far….pls reply.
Anyone from CTS got the receipt today? Pls share here..
Hi All,
Has anyone from Infosys got their petition approved.
My file number starts with EAC-14-142-XXXXX which is still under Initial review stage.
I’m from RP- NOn ADD – Vermont processing center.
Please do reply.
Thanks in advance.
When did u get ur receipt number?
When did you get your receipt and when was your AIMS updated?
Till when we can expect a selection. No updates from GI team till now. No updation of receipt number in AIMS too..
Guys,i have a doubt…receipt first or is check geting encashed thn we are getting our receipts??
anyone received receipt from CTS-Chennai yesterday ?
Any one from Nexius – received the receipt?
RF Engineer I guess.. what does ur manager/hr say?
Anyone got from Pune Cts recently?
Hi All,
Please don’t lose hope! I received my H1B receipt yesterday
non-AD/RP/VT
EAC14143*****
They are still sending out receipts.. so wait for a few more days!
Thanks
Yes Guys, they are still sending, few my friends are recieving…probably they can filter till 20th. All best for all. We can have a Hope!!
What time u got it?
Any updates from wipro.? Anyone got this week .?
same question… any hope left?
anyone raised service connect ticket?
Yes , I have raised service connect getting below reply :
We are receiving the updates from USCIS It may take 1 or 2 weeks of time to Get the Complete list of Selected/rejected application, so please wait for the same Thanks
when u raised service connect request
hi all
I know many ppl are still waiting for receipt. I dint know where else to post. has anyone got approval for EAC 141465…. series for non ad and rp.thanks.
146? Are u kidding me? People from 135 still didn t receive receipts. U ve got a long wait buddy.
Good luck to you man
Will wait then..was just curious as someone in 148 series posted that he got approval..so was wondering if there is a sequence or its random…
thanks again…
There is a sequence. But premium processing are processed first. But as far as regular processing ia concerned, they process them in sequence.
They haven t reached 137 yet.
All the best to you
I am from 148 series and got approved on May 14.
I guess uscis randomly approving regular processing as well.
Mine EAC14146….got approved on 12th May…case by case they are approving now. i am also surprised on my case this has been proceed very fast
Hi ,
My file number is EAC-14-142-XXXXX
i’m from RP Non AD Regular
for me the application is still under the review stage.
Any idea, when it would get approved.
Please do reply
Thanks.
When did you receive receipt no. I got on 3rd May. And on 12th its approved
hey buddy…
is ur regular processing or premium processing?
Becoz only PP gets approved so fast…right?
@Ak- It is not like this. I think they are prcessing both applications simultanesouly this time. I heared few cases those are approved and they are RP and PP
Guys, I think there should be some logic in approving the receipts. Might be they process the cases based in the Date & Time they received the cases in USCIS.
Mine is EAC1414550XXX, still on Initial Review. Couple of other cases (Should be H1b new cases) before and after me in Approval status. Fingers crossed…
i got the udpates on 2nd May
Just received email from the employer that my petition was not selected in the lottery. At lease, they officially announced for me to stop this crazy waiting …
Did your employee get the packet back? How do you know it’s official?
employer*
It sounds like the package was not returned but they told to start working on other options. It means it is over !
Did anyone receive any RFE asking for proof that the beneficiary was in valid non-immigrant status during the time of filing…If so what documents did you provide..???Please let me know…
My attorney said its jus for paystubs but I think my attorney has not sent all my 4 I-20’s.Want to know if the RFE is for paystubs or I-20
Hi MV,
Did you send your EAD card along with your F1 visa copy.
I think that would prove you were in valid non-immigrant status.
I got the same RFE. I’m not sure if they sent all my I-20s or not. I did an unpaid internship for about 3 months.
So keep in touch with me.
Do you know what was exactly mentioned in your RFE notice…my attorney dint tell me what was exactly in it..let me know if u have the exact information from notice
AD/PP/CA. not selected. Lawyer informed my manager may 14.
Did you get your package back? Is that what the attorney told your manager? Could you please be a little specific?
Attorney told not selected in lottery. Listed options. Not mentioned anything about package back.
Does it mean for AD/PP — the game is over !!!
Guys, r there any chances left now?
Anyone got receipts today? My employer told me my check is not yet cleared… 🙁
But I doubt whether he really applied for me:(
Is there any way to check that?
Same with me. I really doubt, if my employer has filed H1B for me. He keep on saying that my cash is not en-cashed by USCIS. Whatever it is, Its my bad luck!!
Check is not en-cashed* (typo)
Don’t know how long to wait..
Do not Doubt you employer. He may have done everything he could. Its bad on your part to think negative. I sure God will have better plans for you. and many of us who are still waiting or not selected.
Hi. May I ask if the notice for the dependents will be directly mailed to the applicant or it will be mailed too to the lawyers. Thanks
Direct to applicant (Your Spouse) address.
Thanks JJ. But we still don’t know if my spouse made it to the lottery. :-(.
anyone got their packets back??
One person has posted on May 14, 2014 at 5:31 pm that he got back his rejection packet.
Any1 from ASTIR IT got approval?
Currently on F1 visa working on OPT in California.
H1B approved.
What are the next steps to be carried out once I get the I797 form.
well,
job in hand, h1b approved.
Sit back and enjoy ur job. when u visit your home country or even travel out of the US, make sure u book ur VISA appt for stamping at a consulate.
Stop coming to RedBus… and enjoy your rest of life 🙂
Hello Everyone,
My H1B application was through in the lottery and my employer communicated this to me on 28th April 2014. However, when i called today to enquire about my application status i was told that its still under “Initial Review” and that they will inform once it gets approved. PS: My employer has not revealed my Receipt #.
I have applied under non-AD/RP. How long does it usually take for the approval to happen and is it true that most of the applications that got “REF” are being rejected by USCIS?
Please respond
As for RFE’s, it depends on how your employer responds to the query by USCIS