If you were one of the unlucky ones not picked in whopping 233,000 H1B 2016 Lottery Applications , you might be already wondering when is the next H1B season going to start. Also, some of you may be studying in US and some working abroad and planning to work in US next year. This page will be constantly updated with the latest details and commonly asked questions around the next upcoming H1B Visa fiscal year of 2017 season news and updates.
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- H1B 2017 season start date ?
- H1B Cap for FY 2017- Regular ? Masters ?
- H1B 2017 Predictions? Lottery?
- H1B Lottery Myths ?
- How to plan for H1B FY 2017 ?
- How to find H1B Sponsors for FY 2017 ?
- What is H1B Fee ? Details
- Any impact of Comprehensive Immigration Reform(CIR) on H1B
- What is H1B LCA
- H1B 2017 Premium Processing
- H1B 2017 Case Tracker
- Latest News Update of H1B 2017
- When is the next H1B Season ?
- Sample H1B Reject Notices for FY 2017
When will the H1B visa 2017 season start ? Date ?
Short answer April 1st 2016. Typically, USCIS will start to accept petitions for the next fiscal year starting from April 1st of the previous fiscal year. USCIS fiscal year is from October 1st to September 30th. So, for H1B quota of fiscal year 2017, which starts from October 1st, 2017, USCIS would typically accept applications from April 1st, 2016. The H1B Visa 2016 season started on April 1st of 2015. Also, in the H1B Rejected Notices of 2016, USCIS mentioned that, the non-selected candidates can file H1B petitions for FY 2017 on or after April 1st, 2016.
USCIS announced on March 16th, 2016 that they will accept FY 2017 petitions from April 1st, 2016. Read Summary of USCIS press release FY 2017 .
Also, we have written an article summarizing on What to expect in H1B FY 2017 Season
What is H1B 2017 Cap ? What are the H1B 2017 Quota numbers ? Regular vs Masters ?
If you new to H1B, I suggest you read All about H1B Visa Cap- Regular vs Masters. In simple terms H1B cap is a congressional mandated maximum number of petitions that USCIS can accept in a year. As of now, below are the H1B cap number for fiscal year 2017. The below numbers are confirmed in press release by USCIS on Mar 16, 2016.
- Regular H1B Quota : 65,000
- H1B Master’s Degree Quota ( only US Master 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.
There have been many discussions around change in H1B cap numbers by Obama administration since 2013. The planned proposal was to increase the regular quota cap to 110,000 and Masters quota to 25,000. No changes for FY 2017, the above numbers of 65,000 and 20,000 are officially confirmed by USCIS in their press release.
What is H1B Visa 2017 Prediction? Will there be Lottery again for FY 2017
Update : USCIS Updated on April 12th, 2016 that they have received over 236,000 petitions for FY 2017 quota and the lottery was completed on April 9th.
Looking at the past trend of H1B season in the past three years, we could very likely have lottery for FY 2017. Last year for FY 2016 quota, there were 233,000 applications. We have done a detail analysis with the H4 Visa EAD rule in place considering the economy, students graduating, OPT news, etc. You should read article H1B Visa 2017 Lottery Prediction News, results, Date .
If H1B lottery, will there be any preference in lottery for Large companies ? Premium Processing
Well, no preference for anyone, all are treated equally, including premium processing. There are many such misconceptions about lottery process, we have compiled a list of such myths and criteria, you should read Myths of H1B Lottery, Criteria
When to plan for H1B visa 2017 Application ? How soon ? What should be the strategy ?
It is never too late to start planning for your H1B 2017 season. If you plan to work in US on H1B visa in the next coming fiscal year, below are some suggestions based on your situation.
- F1 Student in USA : If you are studying on F1 visa and about to graduate in next one year, you should seriously look at finding an internship or co-op at companies that can sponsor your H1B visa. You can search for H1B Sponsors in a particular area using our H1B Sponsors Search Tool and try to get an internship to work there on CPT or OPT after you graduate. This is a strategic move and will require sometime, so plan well.
- Professional from outside USA : If you are a working professional outside US, planning to work in US on H1B, your best bet is to find Multinational companies that have major US presence and secure a job there, so that you can position internally for applying to H1B visa, when the season starts. This is a very strategic decision, you need to carefully assess your options, speak to the company if such options exist and then only choose it.
- Other H4, L1 Visas : If you are on these visas, your best bet is to find companies just like I mentioned for F1 students that sponsor H1B visas and start interviewing and keeping the conversation going so that you can ask them to file H1B when the season starts.
We have put together a Step by Step Plan on How to apply for H1B 2017 Quota
How do I find a H1B Visa Sponsor – The most asked million dollar question ?
If you are student in the US, it is very straight forward, you find the list of H1B Sponsoring companies using the tool in an area as I mentioned above and get an internship in one of them so that they can sponsor your H1B visa. Unlike, if you are coming from outside US, it can be tricky. If you work for an Multinational company ( MNC), then they will have some internal process to pick the candidates and then process H1B visa for them…The other option that has been used and abused is the consulting companies route…Many a times, the H1B aspirants approach a body shop IT consulting company to file H1B for them and they apply for the same. It gets nasty with the body shop consulting companies. The comments on this H1B Companies Reviews article are quite eye opening. I advise, you beware of the consulting companies and avoid fraud. Also, WE as RedBus2US do NOT provide any guidance or assistance or sponsor anything. If someone claims that, it is pure fraud and they are trying to trick you, we are not responsible for that. Please be careful. Anyways, for various other options , You may read article How to find H1B 2017 Sponsors
What is the H1B visa 2017 filing fee ? Is it same or any changes ?
It changed slightly this year with the Omnibus Bill passed in December 2015, that will increase the H1B filing fee by $4000 for FY 2017, until 2025 for certain companies that have over 50 employees and have more than 50% of their employees as H1B or L1 visa holders in USA. Check USCIS Guidelines on H1B Fee increase. Depending on the size of the company, the H1B filing fee can vary anywhere from $1,600 USD to $7,400 USD + Attorney Fee. There are various fees components that make up this number range, for more details Read Summary of H1B Filing Fee 2017 – Who pays for What ? . Below is a high level summary. Also, one key change is that, there was $2000 USD additional filing fee as per Public Law 111-230, this law expired on Sep 30, 2015 and that is not included anymore.
| H1B Fee Component | Fee in USD |
| Base filing fee | $325 |
| AICWA Fee | $750 or $1,500 |
| Fraud prevent & detection fee | $500 |
| Fee based on Public Law 114-113 ( if applicable) | $4000 |
| Premium processing fee (Optional) | $1,225 |
| Immigration Attorney Fee | Varies from $500 to $3000 |
What about Comprehensive Immigration Reform(CIR) and Obama Executive Actions for H1B 2017 Quota Increase ?
There has been many articles and discussions since 2013 around immigration reform by President Obama and changes around and some like below have been discussed in the last couple of years, nothing moved significantly.
- 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 ( Part of this came up as the fee increase in Omnibus Bill )
- Additional H1B rules to avoid H1B Visa fraud by employers
- Mandatory LCA posting for 30 days before it is certified.
The current status on all of the above are basically “No updates”, there are no set deadlines for any of them and none of these are happening for FY 2017. You may read Summary of CIR Changes to H1B . Officially as per press release on March 16, 2016, the H1B cap is confirmed to be 65,000 for regular and 20,000 for masters…hence, no changes.
What is LCA for H1B Visa ? Processing times ?
LCA is a form that has to be filed with US Dept of Labor and get it certified before filing H1B petition with USCIS. It has to be sent along with H1B Package to USCIS. It has all the relevant information about the job position like wage, location, title, etc. It takes about 7 working days for processing of the LCA by US Dept of Labor (DOL). You can read complete details at Why is LCA Needed for H1B – Processing Time, Salary
USCIS Updated in their original press release on March 16, 2016 that the premium processing will begin no later than May 16, 2016. But, on April 22nd, they updated that the premium processing for FY 2017 will begin on May 12th, 2016. What it means is that the official 15 calendar day SLA for premium processing petitions will be starting from 12th. USCIS may process the petitions early as well, but officially their clock starts on that day.
H1B 2017 Case Tracker :
Did you apply for FY 2017 ? We have put together a tracker along with good graphs for analysis. It is completely anonymous as we do not capture your case number or any personal information. It is community contributed data, the more you add, the better for everyone, including You !
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Most Recent News of FY 2017 H1B
Below is the most recent news regarding H1B 2017 season. You can check the updates page as indicated below for the full history and details.
- July 8th, 2016 ( Official ) : USCIS released a press note today indicating that they have completed returning all the petitions that were not selected in the H1B lottery for FY 2017. Read More details here
- May 2nd, 2016 ( Official Update ) : USCIS updated that data entry is complete for selected petitions in lottery. if you were selected, you should receive receipt notices in 2 to three weeks. If not, the chances are very slim to get selected. You should look at your plan B. Read H1B Data Entry Complete Article for full details
- April 22nd, 2016 : (Official Update) USCIS Updated that they will start premium processing from May 12th, instead of May 16th.
- April 12th, 2016 – 6:30 PM EST : Official Update : USCIS released a press note that H1B lottery was completed on April 9th and they received over 236,000 petitions for FY 2017 quota. Read Press Release Summary
- April 12th, 2016 – 11:50 AM CST ( Unofficial Update ) : It is reported on blog by attorney ( immigrationgirl ) that they have received about 40 email receipts of Premium Processing. What it means is that USCIS has already conducted lottery. We will keep you posted with updates. If I am not wrong, they are just drafting the press release now.
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When is the next H1B Season ?
The next H1B season starts on April 1st, 2017. Wondering about your next chance for H1B and various details about the next H1B season, check out H1B Visa 2018 FAQs
Sample H1B Reject Notices for FY 2017 ?
USCIS has started to mail out the reject notices for FY 2017 petitions that were not picked in lottery. It says that the start date for next year H1B season is April 1, 2017. You can check out the Sample Reject Notice for FY 2017, Details
We have many more FAQs around H1B Visa 2017. We will continue to keep updating the page with latest news and updates regarding FY 2017. Bookmark this page and keep checking for updates.
Hi
Can anyone confirm about the available stamping dates .
I can see in all the consulates in India dates are available with in 2 weeks but i dont know why my company saying they can,t see any date before
February across the consulates.
i check here http://www.ustraveldocs.com
That is rubbish friend. Two possible reasons i can think of – either your company has pissed off the embassy or they are trying to delay your travel. The later looks more probable. Some times with organizations you have to be assertive. Show them the proof and ask them why they cant book it. If they are unable let them know you will book it and claim the amount as expense.. fair isnt it
Saurabh/Friends,
Could you please help and answer this question:
After RFE, the cases which gets approved under regular processing, does their status later changes or “Case is approved” is the final status??
Ideally how much time it takes for the approval notice to reach at our end?
Awaiting response.
Thanks in advance!!
Case approved is the final status until you go to stamping or you file an amendment or you take any action subsequent to that using the petition number as reference.
In rarest of the rare circumstances i have heard some peoples status being denied as USCIS has approved theirs by mistake but this is what i heard.. so could be a rumour.
Normally it takes 7-15 days. If in a 3-4 weeks your attorney/employer does not receive the receipt – they can contact USCIS to verify the address where they have mailed or ask them to re-issue a new approval copy
Thank you Raghu!
I just hope that approval notice comes soon. Its been 3 weeks, may be its on its way:)
I’m looking forward for 2017 entries
Hi Sourabh,I am filling out DS160 and need a small help, there is a question asking whether a US visa was ever denied.
I applied for L1 a couple of times in 2011/2012 and did not get it, in both cases I got the blue form(I guess it is 221(g)).
Is it visa denial?
It was long time back but I remember the form did not say that it is a denial but something like that at the moment we cannot conclude if a visa could be awarded…
Pls suggest how should I answer this one
Thanks
221 is never a denial. it is part of visa approval process asking to produce more documents to support your case. Even if it is pending for some reason, it cant be considered as a denial. So no need to mention it.
Please do not follow the above advise. 221G is a visa refusal and the wording on the document including many attorneys agree that it should be revealed on your subsequent visa application (Unless that decision has been overturned and visa has been issued subsequently).
In most cases you might have got 221g on your employer documentation. For no fault of yours dont let that effect your current application. Just imagine if you tell that there is no 221g AND case officer finds that on the system. It might result in administrative processing un-necessarily on your current App.
Also when you reveal everything on your application – you are not carrying any burden to the interview and you perform better. Be truthful and if its meant to be – you will get a visa for sure
Hi Saurabh/ Any one
My H1B is currently in RFE stage and I would like to upgrade it to premium processing while replying to RFE.
I know PP fee is $ 1225, but the employer is asking $ 2000 ( saying attorney fee will be around $775 ).
Is it true that attorney charges around $775 to upgrade petition to premium processing
Same for me too..Can you please tell the employer name.
Thanks
pls give me your email, we can discuss
Hi Sharu,
One important point – Candidates are not allowed to pay for H1 Petition but a candidate can pay for the PP part. Based on my experience other than the PP fee if the PP package was not part of initial application – attorney might ask for a fee around $250. $775 is very expensive. Please check with your company the breakup and ask for an invoice copy to be doubly sure if you are paying for the PP.
Thanks Raghu
No, Attorney wont charge anything for RFE. your employer telling lies.
don’t convert it to PP.if they reply RFE it hardly takes 30 to 40 days.finish the process.
It depends on the agreement between employer and Attorney.
Notice Explaining USCIS’ Actions Was Mailed
On November 14, 2016, we began reviewing your Form I-129, Petition for a Nonimmigrant Worker, Receipt Number WAC16xxxxxxx. We mailed you a notice informing you of the action we intend to take on your case. Please follow the instructions in the notice and submit any requested materials. If you do not receive your notice
I asked my employer they said you got 2nd rfe. Notice contains below points
Position is not a speciality occupation
¥ complexity and uniqueness of the offer d position
¥ why a bachelors degree is needed
¥ Nature of the duties are so specialized and complex that knowledge required to performed duties is usually associated with the attainment of a bachelor or higher degree
¥ Degree requirement is common to the industry in parallel positions among similar organizations
If any one knows about this information please explain briefly
99.9% USCIS intend to deny your application. They may ask final round of questions / documents in notice.
Has anyone booked interview slots in Kolkata Consulate in the last week? My Immigration team says that there are no slots currently available for booking. Are the slots frozen up for now?
Hi Saurabh,
My application was in RFE initially then Denied.Could you please tell me what could be the reason? Should i lose hopes? My Employer says it is denied and they cant to anything. We are very disappointed with this. Please reply.
On October 24, 2016, we denied your Form I-129, Petition for a Nonimmigrant Worker, Receipt Number EAC16143*. We mailed you a decision notice that explains why we denied your case and your options. Please follow the instructions in the notice. If you do not receive your denial notice by November 8, 2016, please go to www.uscis.gov/e-request to request a copy of the notice. If you move, go to www.uscis.gov/addresschange to give us your new mailing address.
My case also Denied after RFE… 🙁
On November 30, 2016, we denied your Form I-129, Petition for a Nonimmigrant Worker, Receipt Number WAC16145518XX. We mailed you a decision notice that explains why we denied your case and your options
Did you receive decision notice?
Did you receive decision notice?
Check USCIS decisions taken on pending H1B and other visa petitions day wise:
https://h1bstat.ru/
This what i was searching for to see how many petitions are approved , rejected, given RFE etc every day.
You can even use ..
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Chec USCIS decisions taken on pending H1B and other visa petitions day wise:
https://h1bstat.ru/
This what i was searching for to see how many petitions are approved , rejected, given RFE etc every day.
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Hi Saurabh, Kumar,
Please block this spam!!!
On September 1, 2016, we received your response to our Request for Evidence for your Form I-129, Petition for a Nonimmigrant Worker, Receipt Number EAC16147*****. Our Vermont Service Center office will begin working on your case again.
Still how many days I have to wait… this wait is killing…
If you are waiting more than 90 days after responding to RFE then you can raise a case with USCIS. Ask you attorney to take it up with USCIS.
” Case was received ” … USICS website is showing this status, but my company told me that I got RFE and they are about to send documents.. can we believe this.. ?? RFE is Employee-Employer ….. but they didn’t sent any RFE details by mail to me saying its company information.. cannot share….
is this possible ???
How many days once USICS will update the status for the cases.
Can someone please explain the meaning of ‘case was approved’. My application has been in this state since 10 oct but I have not received the approval notice. Will they change it to ‘case was approved and my decision was mailed’ only after mailing the doc…. Mine is Regular processing
Brother please ask your employer to contact USCIS. They might mail a copy.
can someone please explain the meaning of ‘case was approved’. My application has been in this state since 10 oct but I have not received the approval notice. Will they change it to ‘case was approved and my decision was mailed’ only after mailing the doc…. Mine is RP
I have the same question. Did you got your approval notice yet?
Saurabh/Friends,
Could you please answer this question:
After RFE, the cases which gets approved under regular processing, does their status later changes or “Case is approved” is the final status??
Ideally how much time it takes for the approval notice to reach at our end?
Awaiting response.
Thanks in advance!!
LOOKS ONLY CASES WITH PREMIUM CATEGORY ARE BEING PROCESSED and APPROVED.
Apologies in advance if this question has been asked 20 times b4.
My petition is approved till sept 2018. If i am not able to fly till then, would my Visa stand null n void ? I mean, will i have to go through lottery again ?
If you never fly on that visa. You can apply for a cap exempt visa on that petition. This is much easier to apply if you are in USA. From outside US too i have heard recent cases where petitioners have been successful.
2018 is a long time. Not sure if lottery will be there then or not or even if H1B visa will exist or not.
so take it as it comes
Seems like everyday the Rejection cases are increasing . I have received RFE October 18 th on Education Evaluation , My Employer has not yet responded. I am very much Worried 🙁
@ Jahnavi, even I received same RFE + Specialty occupation RFE on 18th Oct, My employer not yet started preparing for it. Just 4-5 weeks are left to submit it, i am worried now.
anup05sept@gmail.com
Ansh,
Dont worry Ansh , Our Petitions will be processed and approved soon .Hope for the Best:)
Thanks Jahnavi and hope we get approval.
Same case…lets see how it goes….it will going to be tough…
Hey Guys,
Do not worry – I am seeing guys who have got RFE on all the headings getting approved. The Key is responding comprehensively with conclusive proofs or documents for the USCIS well with in 90 day period. So i would advise you to get involved with your employer and check how is planning to respond and what documents he is planning to provide.
The key is documentation and approval will follow.
Hi friends,
I am working at ABC company currently and XYZ company initiated H1B and it got approved 2 months back. I have been continuously asking for approval letter to fill DS160 and attend for stamping but yet to hear from XYZ. Recently I was informed that I need to wait for another 2 to 3 months for stamping (not sure of reasons).
My question is, at this point of time can I approach any other employer say LMN who is willing to do H1 transfer?
Is it possible for new employer LMN to initiate the process without approval letter?
Currently I am located in Chennai.
For transfer you need i797.
Do you have that?
I am in same situation and today only one of the big US company offered to transfer my h1. They said they only need receipt numer EAC/WAC. Will update u how it goes
Oh don’t you need the hard copy of the approved petition to transfer to another company? Please do update.
Just the petition number would be sufficient.
Hi,
just a simple google search landed me back to redbud2us.com read this article you have same story.
http://redbus2us.com/h1b-transfer-without-traveling-to-us-in-india-no-approval-notice-experience/
I have resigned my present employer and by the time I attend the Visa interview I won’t be an employee of current employer. Will there be any problem?
I see there is no available date for appointment in Dec in Hyderabad.
Why did u leave your current employer before stamping is confirmed?.
U know that stamping may get complex sometimes with admin processing and all.
I wish u good luck!
Hi Jack,
My Current employer is not my Petitioner. I need to travel immediately after stamping hence left Current employer to avoid delay serving Notice.
Hi,
doesn’t matter who your current employer is. What if your stamping do not get through?. You will b jobless my friend. Think about it and take calculated risk!
I wish you, all the best.
Advice please!
what will happen if i resign after getting visa interview schedule?
Can i still go to attend the interview? i mean on if i am on notice.
Also want to add that i am on notice and have filled the DS-160 form
What will be impact if somehow my employer don’t schedule any interview,but i have filled the DS 160 form?
My case was approved last week ( h4 to h1b). Now my employer is saying my project got delayed till feb and he can’t pay me or generate a pay slip till feb. now my doubt is can I stay without salary till feb in USA?
I’m really concerned, pls respond.
offcourse you can stay for atleast 60 days. Just this week, legislation was passed in US that allows stay for 60 days without job.
The Legislation (60 days stay period) will be effective from Jan 17 so till that date old rules apply.
if you want to transfer you need to go out of the country for stamping (or ask him 0 working hr payslip they can bench you up to 2-4 month in some cases on h1b) . or stay with same employer get 1 or 2 pay stub and you can transfer.
Hello all,
Here It is a little bit of what happened to me.
11th April: case received
22nd November: Premium processing request received
1st December. Case approved
There were no RFE at all.
Good luck to everyone who is still waiting!!
Hi,
Is it difficult to get job in US on H1b if u don’t have any prior US experience.
@ Khushi
Only company can sponsor H1b and if you have H1b it means you already have a job in USA.
Don’t worry lot of fake consultancies and body shops around. they will get you job showing 8-10 year experience
After “Case was Received”, my case status changed to “Notice Explaining USCIS’ Actions Was Mailed”
“We mailed you a notice informing you of the action we intend to take on your case. Please follow the instructions in the notice and submit any requested materials .”
I am yet to receive the mail, any idea where my case is heading ?
@PlsHelp
I also got the same status and it was related to employer documentation.
USCIS needs documents like Tax sheets, ability to pay etc.
My employer had replied back to RFE almost 2 months back but still its in RFE received.
Do not worry.
Btw who is your employer.
@H1B2017
Mine was related to wrongly calculated ACWIA fee.
My employer paid the difference in fee and response was sent and my petition got Approved (It was Premium Processing).
Thank You for the support.
All the best
My case status changed from RFE mailed to RFE response Received .
My case is Regular/Non -Ad / Vermont center .
April 11 – Case received .
Oct 26 – RFE Mailed .
Nov 30 – RFE Response Received .
So when will i expect my result ?
you can expect in 90 days.
Wait don’t loose hope
Could he be able show any im pact on H1B 2017 or H1B 2018 ? Or better wait till Feb and come to US ?
I have been waiting for an answer since Sep 12th, that’s when my status changed to RFE response received and it’s been already over 2 months and a half and no change, I check in the stats page that someone posted here and there’s a decrease in Case Received status but not in the RFE Response Received, are they even working on those, is from VT I just can’t wait to know what’s going to happen, hoping for a positive outcome soon please!!!!!!!!!!!
Wait buddy , i know the feeling i waited for 3.5 months after submitting RFE documents .
Wait is all we have to do, my patience levels have definitely increased after this application for the H1B I’m going to tell you that 🙂
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Hi ALL,
Any TCS guys who got RFE approved?
If yes please share details
Yes, I got my petition approved but not received hard copy yet.
RFE filled on 16-Aug-2016
Approved-16-Nov-2016
any one got approval from ACCILEGENT, so far ?
Hi Kumaril,
Please send your Contact to koushik009@gmail.com
I do not see any much approvals on nov 29th.
hi “RegardingA pproval” how are you trcaking how many approvals and rejections by USCIS in a day. Any URL for that?
@Saurabh need your expert advise, My l1 a blanket got rejected recently, I have applied for h1 from a different company and am planning to attend for stamping in next few days. Will the l1a rejection affect my h1 visa?
Thanks in advance
No Effect, those are tottaly different Visas and in your care different Client also.
@Experienced thank you, just wanted a clarification as I will be attending the interview with-in a months time of L1 rejection, Do you foresee any extra questions due to this?
Finally approved
Got RFE on 13th September on by SOW and Roles and Responsibility
Filed response on 5th November
RFE Responce received on 15th Nov
PP filed on 21st Nov
Case received on 22nd Nov
Approved on 30th Nov
hi FinallyAproved
I also got same SOW and Employe Employee RFE, did you submit SOW in RFE response? Your company is a big client or small consultant. Please reply.
What was your RFE about
Hi. I got my first rfe on my education background and now another rfe. Second rfe is not common so is it something to worry about? Like rejection
What is second RFE about?
I had complete my interview in Mumbai office on 29-Nov-2016. And Officer did said to me my visa is approved and kept my passport. He gave me back just I-797 and did not gave me any pink or white or 221 slip.
But status is showing “Administrative Processing”
Any idea what does it means?
How long usually it takes on even though on site it says several weeks?
What are the chances of visa being rejected?
Where are you seeing as ‘Administrative procesing’ is it on uscis mail or on USCIS online portal. Generally it takes a while to update.
Thank you
Here is the site to check visa status https://ceac.state.gov/ceac/
Hi All,
Any of the TCS’r who got RFE Cleared?
If yes please share the details
No worries.
It will change to issues in 2 days.
Thank you
Hi IBMer_NCR,
Did u get your stamping done. May I know the procedure. I am also from IBM NCR.
dont worry, it will take at least 3 to 5 days for status to change from “Administravive processing” to Visa approved.
Its just takes one or two days to change it to Issued so dont worry. I have gone through it.
Thank you all. Today status got change to Issued
Hello folks,
I would like to know that what date I would roughly get for Interview. As I have submitted my DS160 today and my employer will find appointment in 2 days.
I just seeking your help in this, in order to arrange my personnal commitment based on this.
Thanks in advance
You can check online earliest available date
Hi, My Company filed with PP for RFE . But the status update as below, NO CLOCK or DEADLINE .
Is it the same we are getting for PP also ?
“Response To USCIS’ Request For Evidence Was Received
On November 25, 2016, we received your response to our Request for Evidence for your Form I-129, Petition for a Nonimmigrant Worker, Receipt Number EAC1614XXXX. Our Vermont Service Center office will begin working on your case again. We will mail you a decision or notify you if we need something from you. If you move, go to www.uscis.gov/addresschange to give us your new mailing address.”
Hi PP,
There wont be any clock or deadline mentioned on the status normally. You can assume your clock as has started ticking for 15 days based on the status update as SLA is 15 days for PP.
Hi Friends,
I have filled the Intended date of fly as 01st Dec in DS160 and got the schedule of interview on 05th Dec for stamping, would that be questioned during interview or will there be any impact? In initially i got the stamping dates are in NOV 21st and 22nd but during this period we have very urgent project requirements so my manager ask me to reschedule the interview dates and then i got the new dates are 05th and 6th Dec but still in my DS-160 the Intended Date of Arrival is 01st Dec 2016. Is this any impact in my stamping time.
Thanks
any one got approval from ACCILEGENT, so far ?
Finally
my Case Was Approved
Congrats!
Did you get rfe or directly got approved?
Finally
Case Was Approved And My Decision Was Mailed
Congratulations!!
Did you get any RFE before the approval?
Stamping Done…
I am sharing my experience in US consulate chennai…
Questions:
Officer: Hi Good Afternoon
Me: Hi Good Afternoon
Officer: Who is your Petitoner?
Me: XXXXX ( I told my petitoner name)
Officer: Who is your Client?
Me: XXXX (told my client name)
Officer: Your client location?
Me: I told the client location
Officer: He gave me a whit slip and asked me to go through that before entering US. And he said You Visa Got Approved sir !!!!!
Me: I said “Thank You”
Thanks a lot for this forum… Guys who are waiting for the Approval dont lose the hope… Guys who are waiting for stamping just go through some standard questions … Be Bold and dont get panic about the questions officers asking to other persons.
Hi Congrats.. Is your petition approved directly or after RFE? if RFE can you please give the time lines?
Mine approved after RFE…. It took 80 days for me to get approval from RFE…. Dont loss hope.. It will be Approved for all who are waiting!!!
Congratulations Dude!!
Thanks that helps really, Could you please let us know how many of others got compliance or rejection in Chennai while you went.
As far as I know one student visa got rejected..
Case#: EAC161465****
RFE Requested: September 28th 2016
RFE Response Received: October 26th 2016
Case Approved: November 28th 2016
Thanks to this amazing forum. Waiting for the hard copy of the petition.
What was your RFE about
Its about Employer-Employee Relationship and roles and responsibilities in the current project.
hi , regular processing or premium?
My visa Stamped in Oct end ,but after that my client location get changed.As per process i filled LCA and H1b amendment.
Kindly advise how much time it will take to get the new petition.
Anybody from Infy who got approval on or after 15th Nov and same is updated in GICS application. I got my approval on 15th Nov but that is still not updated in GICS.
I got approval on 18-Nov. Still not updated in GICS.
For me it took 23 calendar days to be updated in GICS system. They normally have an SLA of 3-4 weeks. So please have patience.
Hi Saurabh,
I got Rfe regarding Specialty occupation and my employer suggested me for expert evaluation for my position .
I’ve 3 years Bachelors degree(BSc IT) and 3+ years BA Experience.
I just want to check I move forward with the same, would that increase the chances of approval ?
Your reply will be highly appreciated .
Regards
Riya
Hi Riya,
Expert evaluation is possibly the best option but an expensive one, Would cost your employer some where around $600 where a University PHD professor or someone well renowned in your field of employment studies your profile and provides a comprehensive response to the Points raised by USCIS. This sort of gives confidence to USCIS to take a positive decision on your RFE. The other option is simple education or experience evaluation together with further proof from your employers. So depending on your situation – proceed with whatever way you think is best for you
Thank you Raghu,
I’m thinking to go without expert evaluation .
Lets hope for the best 🙂
Hi Guys,
I am having H1b Visa till Sep 2018(currently in India), but my passport validity till Feb 2018 only…If I renew my passport now…any impact on my H1b Visa(during board of entry)….Please suggest me on this….
@Sur
No you will not have any issue. while PoE (Port of Entry) you have to show both passports Old which has stamp and new passport where they will stamp PoE entry.
If I suppose filled the Intended date of fly as 3rd Dec in DS160 and got the schedule of interview on 11th Dec for stamping, would that be questioned during interview or will there be any impact?
If I suppose filled the Intended date of fly as 17th Dec in DS160 and if I goes to US on 11th of Dec after stamping, would that be questioned in POE?
Better fill the DS160 again
That shouldnt be problem. They generally give visa starting from the day you attended interview.
Thanks Mr.Shan
Looks more of RFE issued rather than Approval these days. It is very painful getting RFE after waited almost for 8 months. To get RFE responded and get Approval will take average 2 more months. Then stamping logistics will take minimum one more month.
You really need to be lucky in all these steps.
Hi
Anyone applied through Pegaframe Infotech Inc. They haven’t provided case no. Not even giving any updates.
I am very worried now.
Thanks
Mohit
I had an offer(h1b) from this firm. But I rejected it because i had good offer from another firm. Was it through some Techitrack consultancy ? They had asked me to sign a contract of 10Lakh in stamp paper. If h1 is picked and i dont join, i have to pay.. is it same case for you.
That’s correct. Very frustating now. My case is picked but they aren’t providing any updates.
have tired contacting Suhani Khatri . she was dealing with offer releasing and all..
just check with her.
What’s the status of ur case. My offer was processed by Uma Subramanian. Can u give me email id of Suhani khatri.
No.. I didnt go with them and I rejected their offer. my h1b is picked through other company and is case received state
Below is the contact of
Suhani Khatri
9769424097
resume@techitrack.com
Ok
Thanks a lot
I really don’t understand why some guys are so desperate! Most concerns that demand money or contract are never to be trusted. You must have realized this when they demanded sign in contract. You chose to go ahead and now you are in trouble! It was all just your own mistake. Enjoy!
Can u give a consultant name who doesn’t ask for a bond? May be there are but not easy to find. Why would someone spend money without any assurance.
Can you give me the firm name from where you applied this year ?
Thanks