Updated : November 25th, 2015
H1B Visa 2016 Filing Season Complete, Cap reached on April 7th, 2015.
Planning for next H1B season, Check out H1B Visa 2017 FAQs
As many of you know, H1B Visa 2015 quota was over in the first week and a whopping 172,500 H1B petitions were received in first week by USCIS. H1B Lottery / random selection was held by USCIS to select 85,000 H1B petitions to fulfil the work permit cap. Many of the unlucky ones are already wondering about next year H1B Visa quota. Also, some of you are planning for H1B visa for next year, you also would be wondering regarding the same. This article addresses many of the common questions, it will be updated constantly, whenever any changes to info. Bookmark this page ! To start with, firstly the news updates on this season, followed by many commonly asked questions.
Official & Unofficial USCIS News Updates Regarding H1B 2016 Season
- November 25th, 2015 : There is no special news as such, but we have our readers reporting that their H1Bs are still being approved that were under regular processing. So, if your status is stuck at one status, there is still some hope…
- July 14th, 2015 : USCIS released a note saying that they have returned all the petitions that were not selected in lottery for FY 2016. If you do not hear back from USCIS by July 20th, then you can contact them. Check Press note
- May 4th, 2015 : Data Entry for Selected H1B Petitions Completed
- April 14th, 2015 : Premium Processing H1B 2016 starts from April 27th
- April 13th, 2015: USCIS receives 233,000 for FY 2016 Lottery complete.
- April 7th, 2015: H1B Cap Reached for FY 2016. Summary of USCIS News
- April 6th, 2015: Guidance to file Second Petition, if Delivery Service Errors
When will the H1B season for fiscal 2016 begin ?
USCIS will accept petitions for H1B Visa 2016 season starting from April 1st, 2015. USCIS did a press release on March 12th outlining the details. Read summary of press release by USCIS on H1B 2016 .
Will there be lottery again for H1B Visa 2016 ? Predictions ?
We had lottery for FY 2015 and FY 2014. The total number of petitions filed for FY 14 were about 125,000 and for FY 2015, there were about 172,500 petitions… As H1B Quota did not increase for FY 2016, and the demand does not seem to decrease, we would very likely have lottery for FY 2016. Read H1B Visa 2016 Lottery Predictions, Dates, Results
What is the H1B Visa quota Cap Count ? Would there be any changes to H1B 2016 count ?
H1B Visa quota cap count is the total number of petitions that USCIS will accept for a fiscal year to provide temporary work permit for highly skilled workers. For the 2016 fiscal year, the cap count is as below :
- Regular H1B Quota : 65,000
- H1B Masters Degree Quota ( only US Degrees) : 20,000
- Out of the above, a total of 6,800 is usually set aside for Singapore and Chile citizens as part of the free trade agreement between them.
As per the press release in March 2015, the quota did not increase. To give some background, as per the Obama executive action in Nov 2014, no changes were announced to the H1B Cap count. There was proposal in 2013 to increase H1B cap from 65,000 to 110,000 and Masters quota to increase from 20,000 to 25,000 did not go through as of March 2015. At least, for this FY 2016 season, the quota is fixed and it will be as above and no changes.
When should I start planning for H1B Visa 2016 ? What are the steps ?
It depends on your situation. Below are few scenarios and your plan.
- If you are a student on F1 Visa in USA, you need to plan for your internship/ CPT or OPT employment at a company that can sponsor your H1B Visa for FY 2016. In my view, you should start now to find something for the fall 2014 and continue that for next spring so that you can file for FY 2016
- If you are in other country and planning for H1B, it is good to start your process around the end of this year 2014. It will give you enough time to find sponsors, search for job, etc.
- If you are on H4, L1 or other visa in USA and planning for H1B for FY 2016, you also should consider looking around end of this year i.e. December 2014.
We have published step by step plan, you can read the article How to plan for H1B Visa 2016 ?Step by Step Guide
Most asked Question – How do I Find H1B Sponsors for FY 2016 ?
This is a million dollar question ! One of the biggest challenges is to find a good sponsor that can offer you a job and wait for you to start work after 6 months of filing your petition. You should review the detail article on How to find H1B Sponsors for FY 2015. Your first place of start is to find the H1B Sponsors in an area or by company. Use our H1B Visa Sponsors Database to search and filter. Read this article on details on how to search in our H1B Sponsor database. We keep the database updated as DOL publishes data. Do NOT share your email or phone number on our website as comments, there are many people do H1B Sponsorship fraud by requesting money using your contact info. RedBus2US.com never provides personal guidance on H1B sponsors or seeks money from anyone, we only display publicly available data on our H1B Sponsors Database page. We DO NOT sponsor H1Bs or guide anyone. Beware of H1B sponsorship Fraud !
What about Comprehensive Immigration Reform ( CIR) – H1B Visa Changes ? What are they ?
There have been some proposed changes to the H1B Visa program to cater to the demand in the US economy as part of the Comprehensive Immigration reform. Below are some of the proposed changes.
- H1B Cap to be increased from 65,000 to 110,000 per year. Also have provisions to have it up to 180,000 in case of extreme demand.
- Advanced degree from US cap quota to increase from 20,000 to 25,000
- The Filing fee for H1B could go up to 10,000 USD
- Additional H1B rules to avoid H1B Visa fraud by employers
- Mandatory LCA posting for 30 days before it is certified.
These were proposed in 2013, but nothing has moved significantly and all the above are just proposed rules. We are not sure when they will be implemented. You can read Summary of CIR – Immigration reform – H1B Visa and Green Card to get an idea. The latest update is that Obama has taken executive action on Immigration in Nov 2014 and none of the below are included as part of that. Stay tuned for updates.
H1B Visa 2016 Fees – Any changes ? How much does it cost ?
There are various components of the fee. The H1B Application filing fee could range anywhere from $1,600 USD to $4,400 depending on the size of the company. The attorney fee can range from $500 to $3000 depending on the attorney. If you apply for premium processing that is another $1,225. The fees has not changed in the past couple of years for FY 2014 and FY 2015. Unless USCIS revises fee based on immigration reform, it should be same. We will keep you all posted. For complete details of the fee by components and break up, read the article H1B Visa Fees and Who Pays for What ?
H4 Visa EAD rule impact on H1B Visa 2016 Season ?
As you know, certain H4 visa holders are now eligible for EAD. The H4 Visa EAD Rule Passed earlier in 2015 and is effective from May 26, 2015. USCIS will start accepting applications for EAD from those eligible H4 visa holders starting from May 26th. The question is that will that have an impact on number of H1B petitions for this fiscal year ? It very likely will have certain impact on the number of H1B applications that are filed for this year 2016 quota. Many of the H4 holders, who would now be eligible for EAD, may not apply for H1B visa, just because it gives them more flexibility to work and more choices to work as well. We would have to wait and see, how much of an impact that would have, but it is very straightforward and no brainer for eligible H4 visa holder to avoid the H1B processing.
H1B visa Premium Processing Changes to H1B Visa 2016 quota ?
USCIS updated in their press release that the premium processing will be accepted for FY 2016 quota and they will only begin that “no later than May 11, 2015”. What it means for the petitioners is that the official 15 day premium processing clock starts from May 11th, 2015 and their petition could be adjudicated within 15 days from May 11th, which would be May 26th, 2015. USCIS can process them earlier as well, but their new timeline is just indication for setting the right expectations to meet the stipulated time frame for premium processing.
Track H1B Visa 2016 Cap Count updates ?
As in previous years, we have created a page, where would track the cap count updates for FY 2016. You may check out H1B visa 2016 Cap Count Tracker.
While you wait, you can check out April 1st – USCIS H1B Visa 2016 Season Starts Today, When to expect Lottery ?
H1B Lottery Completed – Official Tweet and Press Release
USCIS Completes the H-1B Cap Random Selection Process for FY 2016 http://t.co/fQ6EPUb8Y4
— USCIS (@USCIS) April 13, 2015
H1B Cap Reached – Official USCIS Tweet and Link to Press release :
We have reached the congressionally mandated H-1B cap for FY 2016 http://t.co/RTja7POWYY — USCIS (@USCIS) April 7, 2015
Any other questions ?
if there is demand for lottery why cant they close it in two days ? why wait for 5 days ?doesn’t make sense.
It’s simple. Whether they close in 2 days or 5 days, number of applications will not change. It is for their own convenience that they keep in open for 5 days. For example, if they had decided to close it in two days this year, they would have received all 233k petitions in 2 days. Of course, I am assuming that people knew in advance they were going to close in 2 days.
No way. In 2013 they closed in 2 days total count= 1,25,000. If they close in 2 days am damn sure it wont be 2,33,000.
No, everyone will ensure application teached in 2 days if it is already scheduled for 2 days. The count wouldnt hv changed…still wiould hv been around 220k…
Any news from CA???
My application got picked today. AD/PP/Vermont.
As per attorney’s email date received is 04/13 while in uscis case tracking it says on April 20th we received your form I-129.
Also my semis record was updated on 04/17 as per school advisor. It is very confusing.
Anni Telugu variki Namaskaramundi! I did 4 applications from different employers. I am happy that two of them got picked today!!
people like you ruined chance for other people. Shameless 4 applications. ope your application will get RFE.
Bro. don’t worry. people with multiple applications duplicate or otherwise are going to be under a lot of scrutiny. Most probably the guy who posted above is trolling to create animosity. Even if he’s speaking the truth. People have received NOIRs. This year it’s going to be more. So don’t worry. USCIS is not as stupid as we think it is.
You got to be smart enough to cash in on the lottery. A friend of mine did 5 applns and got 3 picked under PP/AD.
Nu emi karyam chesthey sithanga cheivali.
Its better to join a fourth grade consultancy like you and file multiple petition rather than putting single application and waiting like a stray dog for result.
I wish you had some sort of decency and people should stop being ridiculous . This kind of behavior hurts so many applicants who have done Masters here and waiting to hear from USCIS for real and who have ethics and don’t cheat the government like this. People have put so much effort to gain a Master’s degree here and people like you have been ruining their dreams for the heck of it . I wish you are deported from the US for good and stop spoiling the chances for everyone here.
You just did 4 petitions? You are a disgrace! You don’t even make it to the rookie list of “Gongura book of records”. Next time suggest your Reddy garus to file for atleast 10 peitions! Kamma’s are beating you in this shit!
Anyone heard anything for Non AD/PP/VT?
Please help me
I just saw a few people earlier saying that they got the receipt, but the rest are AD/PP/VT… Same boat as you are
still waiting here as well…
Non-Ad/PP/VT
same boat – non AD/PP/VT,,,
Any idea how many days do we have keep hope?
I am on same boat aswell.
Same here..waiting 🙁
got information from employer that check is cashed . not received the receipt as of now.
Congrats to everyone who has been getting receipts.
For those who dint get them yet, I have no words, specially AD/PP/CSC as i belong to the same and more or less only a few more of us will get selected.
Hi H1BSlaughter, don’t loose hope till you get an official confirmation from USCIS. Miracles do happen:) I have been following your posts, I understand your situation, I am in the same boat, AD/PP/VT and last chance, no information yet. Cheer up 🙂 I am sure you will get it.
Looks like today is AD/PP/VT time..
Does that mean its game over for AD/PP/CA
Just got result back from my lawyer and i was picked in the lottery. My case is processed at VSC. Wish everyone good luck! (AD/PP).
I got my receipt today via email. AD/PP/Vermont. It says the application was received on the 13th of April.
What do you mean? Wht did you smoke?
au mala. em lolli ra bai gand mein dumm. enni rojul agali iga
H1 selected
Premium
Regular
Vermont
Could you please let us know by what means your the receipt was received… Also whT is the date on the receipt
Dude what does that mean???
Premium or Regular???????
Premium processing, regular quota
Much thanks to the Indian ICC, Infosys, tara whatever, because of you, stupid company, we have to go through these struggling days every year!!!!!!
Just cuz you have a degree from USA it doesn’t mean you’re better than Indian IT companies. Last year tcs got 23k h1b visas, followed by Infosys(my Savior) at 11k. It’s you US grads who are driving the wages down and stealing our visas.
go to hell with your IT companies. we are struggling to get jobs and paid huge amounts to do masters in USA. you should have some respect towards us. you are telling the count of how many visa Indian IT companies got. it directly means thats decreasing count of Masters students here. think of some one whom you know well and working hard here to sustain and clear their education loans. go get some life man !
who asked you to spend too much for your education? We dont have deep pockets like you and struggled our way up working 80 hrs a week. You have been offered student visa only for studies and not for employment. This year I’m predicting atleast 50k visa for Tcs, infosys
u keep on expecting..i expect that every one receives H1 in future except you .
ur dad asked me to spend money on my studies. go and ask him y did he tell so
hahaha sexy bro …
Mate , u need to lift ur bullocks . U r ignorance says it all , how on earth are you comparing an individual(US GRADUATE) with multi national companies like Infosys and TCS ? A graduate from USA takes home a decent amount of money unlike u guys linger in air with 60k , no offense plz . Dont just speak ur mind.
You can’t even comprehend a simple comparison between the real talent (Tcs,Infy) and some moron who graduates from tier 4 US univ. No wonder you still qualify under AD.
If u r really talented than any US graduate u would have done some research and started your own firm instead of coming to US after working for several years in India. we come here to gain practical knowledge unlike you ppl
Oh Yeah, Real talent..!! bachelors degree in Bio medical engineering or chemical engineering and then 6 months software training in a jail kind Mysore campus and then you become the most talented software engineer on the earth. Go F**k yourself.
Lol..jail kind Mysore Infosys campus, which you couldn’t dream off in India. I knw most of you on AD are rejects from the IT companies who couldn’t land even a single job in India.
Ass***, I am from electronics background and I was offered a software job in your stupid company (3yrs back)without having any programming knowledge. I showed my middle finger to that job offer and landed in US. And now I work in electronic industry.
I pity your lack of knw on H1b visa statistics. no wonder you still qualify for AD/PP/Whtvr crap
arey haule. Go check uscis statistics. on their website and see how many visas were offered to india, there’s full discription. Your company infoysys was fined $34 million for biased hiring. That’s why they are looking at applications from infosys, tcs with extra scrutiny. TCS also joined the list with a scam. So chutiye get a life
without F****ing stupid people from ICC, H1 is enough for the real talent ppl , no matter they have US degree or not actually. But like Infosys, you guys are all fake!!! fake resume, fake salary, fake education background. Because of you, the H1b Cap will never rise, because US knows that if the cap is rise, more and more stupid ppl will use this way to come to US with fake everything.
You seem to make good points unlike that moron supporting Infosys blindly. I agree with you about all these fake resumes fake experience and shit. But there are genuine AD candidates like me(not software industry though).
if H1b is only for talent ppl, I am fine with not picked by lottery, cause it is all about luck or not. but!!! if most of ppl from ICC are with fake everything, they are not talent at all, then I just feel reallyyyyyyyyyyyyy unfair.
so true! real talented Swiss MSc architect here. and America actually loves my works but now I still have to compete with… you know… such applicants. it is nothing but unfair
Swiss Msc Arch? Wht your doing here competing with US graduates?
I am currently in the US already! And I am about to make some places in the States nicer!!
“Making some places nicer!” Wht do you mean? US grads can make it even more nicer.
Why are coming here? Swiss or Europe is far more developed already!
I waited more than an year to get this feeling… 2nd chance single application AD/PP/VT got news this afternoon…
no words to tell how relieving it is…
As far the receipt is concerned it is 15th dated. Guys one advise from own exp
1. sevis change is not 100% sure method, I have checked mine today morning it is not changed
2. check if cashed means picked in lottery but if not cashed it does not mean not picked for sure
3. Vermont is yet to or are still sending the PP they generated on 15 , 16 and 17.
All the best to everyone…..
thank you Raj!
Even though I have already convinced myself of losing the lottery, your information is still helpful. Good luck to me next year!
We never know… 3 hrs back I had same feeling… I just hope all the last chance ppl make it this time
What’s the date on your email/mail copy ?
I dint get email… my HR gave me printed copy of receipt she got today afternoon. I am assuming uscis posted it through ground mail on 15th as it has 15th as notice date…
Raj
when is your opt going expire ?
aug last week
Congrats Raj!!!
Same question.When is your OPT expiring?
Sorry dint see the above comment.
Also this is something I researched for my need… for ppl who have opt expiring soon and incase you donot make it through lottery … to maintain status it is fine even if you have a future starting course I 20 (admission for coming sem in a UNIV) before your 60day grace period ends.
I used to think we have only till last day of OPT but turns out it is last day of sevis active date (end of 60th grace period day)
I hope and pray now one needs to use this route
I hope and pray no* one needs to use this route
Hi,
I also checked my SEVIS today and it is not updated. My employer applied in regular. Does that mean my application is not picked in lottery or is there any more change. Please let me know. Thank you, appreciate it.
if regular it is too early to be worried… for PP applications ppl who got receipts generated on 15 , 16b and 17 are getting info now (actually we supposed to get through email on same day but technical issues delayed) so as fas as VT is concerned they r still busy with PP cases and possibly updating the sevis for those applications….. I would panic if not update till end of April… again please donot think seveis status is the perfect indicator for lottery
How did you check your SEVIS ?
Call 7036033400
Options 1 2 1 and check if your sevis record has a status change pending….
thank you so much.. i called my univ n didn’t get any response…kind of scared… but your post helped me relieve …once again Thank you so much 🙂
Not problem … All the best
hi raj, I have not received any proof from my employer that proves my application was filed.
I have paid for my H1B.
Is there any way to know that it was received by uscis ?
looks like this week will belong to RP, PP and RP.. Watch out guys.. likely game over by this month end.
i m tired… Called school, employer and lawyer, no positive answer yet. This is my last chance. Slowly i am loosing hope. Filed under NON-AD/PP. Never thought of plan B, it’s always better to have a backup plan…
I am with you except my DSO is out and unable to verify from thr, but in any case we are losing our battle. Lets keep praying to God and constantly keep asking why me, hopefully he still hears a few of us and helps out. God is keeping his ears shut when my family needs all of us to be together the most.Sigh!!
anybody from krishna infotech, new jersey?
Hopeless for me. AD/PP/CA.
Lottery done for master’s cap & regular cap. Still i couldn’t make it.
Looks like even if the lottery is done 10 more times, it will be same for me
Don’t give up, there are still several days left. believe you.
thank you for trying to encourage us. Thank you.
exactly my feelings right now. Last chance and no hope.
Looks like I would need to think of Plan B with Anuska..
Hey guys Just got an email confirmation from Attorney.
AD/PP/VT.. Looks like they are still processing at Vermont.
My attorney got the mail from USCIS at 1 PM today
My company is in PA and I am AD/PP. NOt sure about the center. Still waiting for the lottory results. I am so stressed out……Cannot focus on anything else. I experienced a big change in my family and I don’t want to believe bad luck is still with me. Just want to be lucky this one time, and give me some hope for life.
Believe you
Thanks for your support. Good luck to you too
thank you for trying to encourage us. Thank you.
I know how u feel. For me, the way to feel better is to make alternative plans. That way at least I felt I had other options just in case. Be patient! Many people didn’t even have a chance to turn their application in. U still have a decent chance.
I truly appreciate your comment. My friends got it, my colleagues got it. I just cannot believe I cannot be lucky once. This lottery thing sucks.
Did any one from CSC got recipts today? PP
nope still waiting still praying. God has to answer our prayers ..come on..
Seems like this time God can only answer to 85,000 people’s prayers!!!! Haha..take a chill pill dude.. we are all in the same boat.
I have just received email from the attorney with my Receipt Number,
AD/PP/VT
congratulations.
Any one heard About NON-AD filed in PP in VSC?
Did anyone here from RP? I didn’t pay premium and now regretting so much 🙁
Please let us know if anyone from RP got heard. Please reply to this message. Thanks guyz
yes. my checks are cashed. so may be by friday i will get the receipt#
Looks like AD PP will bite at least 30 K this time so out of 200 K for only 28K remain for RP..man.. That’s like no chance at all,,,,…
What about AD/RP?
AD is AD, and will remain ahead any day. Seems Student have worked their way by filing so many applications to ensure their master invested money don’t go away..
We are not allowed to fill more than one application. Neither the employer no the attorney will do this. Take this for granted. Perhaps only applicants in India or else where do that
what are you talking about. I have 4 AD friends, who filed with 3 emp minimum..
What is the 30k ,200k and 28k, how did u come up with that match, can u please tell clearly.
Man.. I have been rocked since I heard 233K application. these numbers are mostly from different website. Off course am not generating these..
I am non-AD/PP. I am currently F1 student. I am applying for OPT and H1B at the same time this year. Can I use SEVIS status check to know if my application is picked or not?
Thanks
My husband’s HR informed he was selected today. AD/PP/Vermont.
In 2013, his former employer cheated and announced they would not sponsor h1b for STEM majors who were eligible for OPT extension. In 2014, his current employer filed H1b but he was not selected. It was his last chance during OPT. 2014 was a painful year for us. I am grateful he is working for a great company who arranged to have him work in the Canada office for a year and re-applied H1b for him this year.
We are working and living in two countries now, but manage to spend time with each other every month. I am glad this will be ended by the end of September, because he will be starting working in the US again on Oct 1!!
I am sharing my story, to encourage people who are still waiting and who are like us.
so it is two countries..not two states.. Good luck..
Your story is completely similar to mine. Employers denied in 2013 and didnt get selected in 2014. My OPT STEM ended and I had to go back to school and work on CPT. My marriage was fixed for Dec 2014 and I had to cancel that plan owing to this problem. Such a painful 2014. By god’s grace I was picked as well this time and hopefully I am gonna get married in Dec. I should also have MBA degree by that time…:)
Guys if there is no email for RP/non AD …. Then how we ll know abt the status ?
regular mail to your empoyer/attorney. They will notify you
Thank u
Got receipt number from attorney Fragomen:
EAC1513553XXX
AD/PP/VT, receipt number was EMAILED from Vermont Center
My company location is Houston, Texas. Last year I failed the lottery, and this year got picked!
Good luck to everyone!
Way to go buddy, Heartiest Congratulations…:)
Still not heard anything. And i am getting tired with each passing day.
1. Attorney no update
2. HR no update
3. Cant check if PP Payment cleared as employer made payment
4. School DSO unavailable, so cant even go that route.
Seems like i am pretty much done now. Thank you everyone who kept me in your prayers but i have started to believe some of us are losing the battle and will be left wounded. Good luck to others.
Have you try to call 703-603-3400 , options1-2-1 and ask if there’s any change of status?
Have faith in God, he will hear your prayer! Good luck!
I am non-AD/PP. I am currently F1 student. I am applying for OPT and H1B at the same time this year. Can I use SEVIS status check to know if my application is picked or not?
dont have my SEVIS number at hand since i am at work, but i might have an old I20 in my email. Is the number the same on the old i20 vs the latest one?
Sevis number should be the same. They operate 7am to 8pm eastern time.
They might be inpatient so try get answers from 2 or 3 operators.
Good luck!
Sevis will not change and remains same.
Even if you change univ sevis record remains same.
I m very happy to inform that my app got picked and at the same time very hopeful for u and my heartful prayers for u(h1bslaughteragain) and all my fellow h1b friends.looking forward for gudnews from u
Non-AD/RP processing started already? Please oh Please, desperately waiting. ***fingers crossed*** I hope I get the email soon.
do you know anyone who has got a receipt? Non AD/RP?
No email for RP
this game sucks
😛
any sort of idea why do have all AD PP cases , are AD biting more than 20 K …
AD people get 2 chances in lottery. Probably that is why (OR) probably they are following this website more
Most are AD/PP , so I think USCIS not yet go through the regular processing
Has AD/RP started? Anyone seeing any updates from california?
+1 still waiting for updating… anyone???
STILL WAITING
Hello All,
Today, I got receipt number from my employer.
EAC1513850***
Mine is Non-AD/PP/Vermont
Got mine …. non ad/ pp/eac151…. good luck to all.
Just got the email!
Wohoooo!
AD/VT/PP
EAC15-1365-XXXX
Last chance 🙂
Those who are waiting on last chance will for sure get it. i will pray for you all. stay +ve.
i applied for ad/pp/vt. I called my school today to check if there is any change of status on my sevis. She told nothing has been updated. Does that mean I am not selected in the lottery?
Yes you’re very likely not selected in the lottery. I would start looking at plan B.
Wait until this Friday. Stay positive!
Sorry man, you are out.
Any news from Non-AD /PP /CSC ? Anyone’s application got picked ?
I am also waiting ….There are receipts from california under non advanced coming out.Not sure is this end of the game.
Received email from lawyer, got selected this year. Feel so grateful, was not selected last year. Good luck to all of you waiting for the result.
Any body heard back from fragomen nyc?
just received an email from my lawyer – my petition was selected in the lottery.
good luck guys! also, I have found this forum really helpful 🙂
Friends,
Finally got through the lottery in 2nd attempt,currently on L1B.
Just now got the email @ 2:54 PM CST,and guess what,the BAL email was in my junk email folder , what a pleasant surprise.
They have not attached any receipt scan copy or email from USICS,but they sent me the receipt number,also updated the case number on BAL site, so not sure about the hard copy or email part from USICS.
Sharing the news with you guys first…!!!
ALL THE VERY BEST…
NON AD/PP/VT
EAC-15-137-52***
Attorney – BAL
Did any one heard from ZSL?
Most ADs are being picked this year!! Fair decision from USCIS, few non-ADs this year.
We deserve it!!
I’m AD and I haven’t heard anything yet 🙁
It seems like that for now but trust me they even it out towards the end. from the past several years the ration for ad:non ad has been 1:1
some years non ads get a couple thousand more so i don’t think it’s safe to concluded that mostly ads are being picked this year
I am an AD candidate and have not been selected. AD/PP/CSC, so i guess that makes me and others who were not selected super unlucky.
Abey chup hojaa bhai, keep faith. I hear you my friend, but you are also making other people scared. I know thats not your intention but stay positive, good luck, I still think you gonna make it…:)
AD/RP anyone got? any waiting? which center
AD/RP/VSC – Still waiting and no news from anyone
Finally I received the great news. AD/PP/VT EAC151385****.
Stay positive guys!!
ad/pp/vt
just got lawyer fwd email from uscis, case picked from lottery
original email from uscis sent from VT at 2:20EST.
Bless my wife got soon too, bless everyone
Any update on RP?
Sorry I meant it got picked int he lottery, not approved