ragz4u
04-07 10:27 PM
Think again ! :)
We are extremely excited to announce that some other senators we were in touch with, have introduced amendments in favor of legal skilled immigrants. We will reveal details pretty soon.
Before anyone thinks about posting that the bill is dead, we have some news for you! It is not. There is too much noise right now and the undocumented folks doing rallies with 100K people at one time, this will not be pushed under the rug. Also, we have heard whispers in DC that the immigration bill will be taken up pretty soon after the recess :)
Thanks to all the folks who believe in us :) Together we will achieve what he have set to achieve ......
We are extremely excited to announce that some other senators we were in touch with, have introduced amendments in favor of legal skilled immigrants. We will reveal details pretty soon.
Before anyone thinks about posting that the bill is dead, we have some news for you! It is not. There is too much noise right now and the undocumented folks doing rallies with 100K people at one time, this will not be pushed under the rug. Also, we have heard whispers in DC that the immigration bill will be taken up pretty soon after the recess :)
Thanks to all the folks who believe in us :) Together we will achieve what he have set to achieve ......
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bitnbyte
05-05 04:49 PM
Your 9 month initial stay will not be counted as you stayed 1 year out of usa.
So total L1 period is 13 months so far. and Total of l1+h1 is 6 years. so you can have 4 years + 9 months on H1 and your initial H1 will be for 3 years
So total L1 period is 13 months so far. and Total of l1+h1 is 6 years. so you can have 4 years + 9 months on H1 and your initial H1 will be for 3 years
Blog Feeds
05-17 01:40 AM
The information that is provided in this post is relevant as of Friday May 15, 2009. This is coming from our local AILA chapter Chair.
As many of our readers know, at the conclusion of the Marriage based adjustment of status interview, the immigration officer, upon approval, used to stamp the immigrant's passport with the I-551 (Green Card) stamp. This used to be an immediate proof that the case was approved and the applicant could work and travel using this stamp. As the actual production of the Green Cards became so fast, the practice of stamping applicants' passports stopped as well in most states across the nation.
It seems that things are changing, hence the recent notice from USCIS. According to the notice we received, the Green Card Facility in KY is undergoing renovation. USCIS' card production capability will be reduced over the next several months. They will expand the use of ADIT Temporary Green Card stamps as temporary evidence of LPR status.
The Stamps will be valid for 12 months (previously only 30 days validity was given). Work permits and travel documents (advance paroles) will be collected at the interview from the clients. The stamp will be the only proof of work and travel authorization in such cases. It looks like this policy will continue for the next 6-12 months. This is a nationwide policy and is not taking place only in San Diego.
We will keep you posted with more information as it becomes available.
More... (http://www.visalawyerblog.com/2009/05/san_diego_immigration_lawyer_u.html)
As many of our readers know, at the conclusion of the Marriage based adjustment of status interview, the immigration officer, upon approval, used to stamp the immigrant's passport with the I-551 (Green Card) stamp. This used to be an immediate proof that the case was approved and the applicant could work and travel using this stamp. As the actual production of the Green Cards became so fast, the practice of stamping applicants' passports stopped as well in most states across the nation.
It seems that things are changing, hence the recent notice from USCIS. According to the notice we received, the Green Card Facility in KY is undergoing renovation. USCIS' card production capability will be reduced over the next several months. They will expand the use of ADIT Temporary Green Card stamps as temporary evidence of LPR status.
The Stamps will be valid for 12 months (previously only 30 days validity was given). Work permits and travel documents (advance paroles) will be collected at the interview from the clients. The stamp will be the only proof of work and travel authorization in such cases. It looks like this policy will continue for the next 6-12 months. This is a nationwide policy and is not taking place only in San Diego.
We will keep you posted with more information as it becomes available.
More... (http://www.visalawyerblog.com/2009/05/san_diego_immigration_lawyer_u.html)
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Waitng4GC
03-25 09:32 AM
it is around $27 and I got both H1 and EAD.
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gomirage
06-07 01:59 PM
It's up to the employer if he wants to keep you as an employee and has the right to cancel your H1 if he likes to do so. Just because you left the country doesnt mean that your H1 becomes invalid, but again its up to the employer.
That's right. Only thing is he will be required to pay you. Make sure you get pay stubs in case you are asked to prove your status at re-entry.
That's right. Only thing is he will be required to pay you. Make sure you get pay stubs in case you are asked to prove your status at re-entry.
kannan
02-27 12:48 PM
I opened 2 SR 's on my name and 2 on my wife's name, no use at all.I am a july 2nd filer transfered from NSC to CSC, still in CSC only,not transfered back to NSC.
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desi485
11-13 01:47 PM
I had a question about using using AC21.
Here is the scenario: Let us say I work for XYZ Company who applied for my 140 and 485. I have approved 140, H-1b, EAD and AP.
If XYZ laid me off or I left them for career progression or more money 180 days after my 485 was filed and 140 approved, what happens to my 485 application?
Wouldn't USCIS question that since my sponsoring employer does not exist anymore, who am I going to work for once I get my green card? or is this coverd under AC21?
Please advice!
sir, if you have worked 180 days for this employer after filling of 485, there are no issues with CIS, atleast legally. However there are some unfortunate incidents going on where IO wrongfully denied 485 petitions when a person changed jobs using AC-21. I urge you to take part in IV AC-21 letters campaign which will help you and all of us to survive any unfortunate, unforseen job loss due to current downturn in economy. (http://immigrationvoice.org/forum/showthread.php?t=22182) It is actully very easy, just print 4 pages and mail it thru' USPS. Won't even cost you $2. Remember this for yours and our future and peace of mind. Arul, I humbly request you to do so for sake of our community. Thanks!
Here is the scenario: Let us say I work for XYZ Company who applied for my 140 and 485. I have approved 140, H-1b, EAD and AP.
If XYZ laid me off or I left them for career progression or more money 180 days after my 485 was filed and 140 approved, what happens to my 485 application?
Wouldn't USCIS question that since my sponsoring employer does not exist anymore, who am I going to work for once I get my green card? or is this coverd under AC21?
Please advice!
sir, if you have worked 180 days for this employer after filling of 485, there are no issues with CIS, atleast legally. However there are some unfortunate incidents going on where IO wrongfully denied 485 petitions when a person changed jobs using AC-21. I urge you to take part in IV AC-21 letters campaign which will help you and all of us to survive any unfortunate, unforseen job loss due to current downturn in economy. (http://immigrationvoice.org/forum/showthread.php?t=22182) It is actully very easy, just print 4 pages and mail it thru' USPS. Won't even cost you $2. Remember this for yours and our future and peace of mind. Arul, I humbly request you to do so for sake of our community. Thanks!
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pappu
12-11 11:31 AM
Once you are a member aren't you automatically registring yourself to your state too?
no you need to volunteer to do the state chapter work
no you need to volunteer to do the state chapter work
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BMS1
11-01 12:06 PM
Yes, She can stay legally. There can be some minor complications if she needs travel out of USA after Dec 20 but before extension is granted.
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PingMe
06-07 09:52 AM
You should be fine to switch to H4 if you have too !
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arunkotte
01-13 03:13 PM
I am from Memphis, TN anyone else from Tennessee?
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ocean27
11-20 09:58 AM
excuse me if posting on wrong tread .
I saw strange messg on my I-485 while checking the status what does this mean.
Review of the fingerprints taken relating to this I485 APPLICATION TO REGISTER PERMANENT RESIDENCE OR TO ADJUST STATUS has been completed. Processing of this case continues. We will notify you by mail when we make a decision or if we need something from you. If you move while this case is pending, call customer service. We process cases in the order we receive them. You can use our processing dates to estimate when yours will be done. This case is at our VERMONT SERVICE CENTER location. Follow the link below to check processing dates. You can also receive automatic e-mail updates as we process your case. Just follow the link below to register.
I saw strange messg on my I-485 while checking the status what does this mean.
Review of the fingerprints taken relating to this I485 APPLICATION TO REGISTER PERMANENT RESIDENCE OR TO ADJUST STATUS has been completed. Processing of this case continues. We will notify you by mail when we make a decision or if we need something from you. If you move while this case is pending, call customer service. We process cases in the order we receive them. You can use our processing dates to estimate when yours will be done. This case is at our VERMONT SERVICE CENTER location. Follow the link below to check processing dates. You can also receive automatic e-mail updates as we process your case. Just follow the link below to register.
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satyasaich
04-03 03:41 PM
In case of an RFE for I140 premium processing, can the company respond via Fax or
do they need to send the response via Fedex etc;
For all Premium Processing cases, the service center first sends a fax to the number provided in the I-907 premium processing request form before mailing the hard copy of the RFE. So your lawyer/employer might have already received the fax...Check with them...
do they need to send the response via Fedex etc;
For all Premium Processing cases, the service center first sends a fax to the number provided in the I-907 premium processing request form before mailing the hard copy of the RFE. So your lawyer/employer might have already received the fax...Check with them...
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cooler
12-15 12:20 PM
IMHO, If you have a valid H1b visa, then you need to be gainfully employed to keep the visa valid and that would mean you continue to get paid. If not, then that that is a problem. Joining the 2nd company on EAD is not a problem. Coming back to the 1st company on EAD is not a problem either. If you want to keep your H!b alive/valid, then I would suggest that you port/transfer your H1b visa to the 2nd company and when you are done with him, transfer h1b back to 1st company.
Seems like a lot of trouble to keep the h1b visa valid, but then again, that is one of the options.
Seems like a lot of trouble to keep the h1b visa valid, but then again, that is one of the options.
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go_guy123
03-08 09:34 AM
This report should be required viewing for every member of Congress and every US immigration official working on H-1B visa processing. Visit msnbc.com for breaking news, world news, and news about the economy
More... (http://blogs.ilw.com/gregsiskind/2011/03/nbc-news-restrictive-h-1b-policies-are-a-job-killer-for-americans.html)
I believe in 5 to 10 years, things might get reformed a bit (though not back to the old
free wheeling days of bodyshopping)
As it stand H1B is completely broken down with rampant 221(g)
More... (http://blogs.ilw.com/gregsiskind/2011/03/nbc-news-restrictive-h-1b-policies-are-a-job-killer-for-americans.html)
I believe in 5 to 10 years, things might get reformed a bit (though not back to the old
free wheeling days of bodyshopping)
As it stand H1B is completely broken down with rampant 221(g)
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cherl
05-07 09:22 PM
Morchu,
Thank you so much for your help. Really appreciate your help.
So basically while I'm waiting for the priority date to become current, I can legally work aborad for several years without any harm to my GC application at all. When the priority date becomes current, I'll just need to come back to the U.S. to file I-485.
Is that correct? Sorry for keeping asking. Just want to make sure before I make this major decision.
Thank you so much for your help. Really appreciate your help.
So basically while I'm waiting for the priority date to become current, I can legally work aborad for several years without any harm to my GC application at all. When the priority date becomes current, I'll just need to come back to the U.S. to file I-485.
Is that correct? Sorry for keeping asking. Just want to make sure before I make this major decision.
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NANO3
04-09 08:37 PM
two bucks for a stamp??? outrageous...:+)
In about 20 years here in the US that'll be the stamp :nose:
Digital stamps costing $2
In about 20 years here in the US that'll be the stamp :nose:
Digital stamps costing $2
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speddi
02-23 01:45 PM
I am working for Company A on a full time basis on H1B and part-time with Company B(non-profit) on a concurrent H1B. I filed for my GC with Company A and I-140 is approved and applied for I-485 and got EAD/AP also.
My H1B with Company B is expiring and the 6 year term will end on December 31, 2009. I am planning to apply for H1B extension for this H1B and the company attorney says I can get it extended based on Company A I-140 because it is a concurrent H1B. How far is this true? Can I extend my Company B H1B based on the approval on Company A H1B?
Thank you in advance.
My H1B with Company B is expiring and the 6 year term will end on December 31, 2009. I am planning to apply for H1B extension for this H1B and the company attorney says I can get it extended based on Company A I-140 because it is a concurrent H1B. How far is this true? Can I extend my Company B H1B based on the approval on Company A H1B?
Thank you in advance.
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GCIssues
09-09 10:44 PM
Tom,
I appreciate your reply a lot.
. My company people told me that they would be mailing the h1 transfer application on april 24. And hence i can join on April 28. So i joined and started working from them. i trusted my company and never asked for copy of receipt notice or case number. Few months later, i got H1b approval. Hence never thought there was any problem, until recently when i realized that Receipt Date on the H1b approval notice is May 15.
This difference b/w my actual joining date i.e. April 28 and Receipt Date on H1b Notice i.e. May 15 is causing the concern
Any advise in this regard is appreciated.
I appreciate your reply a lot.
. My company people told me that they would be mailing the h1 transfer application on april 24. And hence i can join on April 28. So i joined and started working from them. i trusted my company and never asked for copy of receipt notice or case number. Few months later, i got H1b approval. Hence never thought there was any problem, until recently when i realized that Receipt Date on the H1b approval notice is May 15.
This difference b/w my actual joining date i.e. April 28 and Receipt Date on H1b Notice i.e. May 15 is causing the concern
Any advise in this regard is appreciated.
me2381
10-30 08:34 PM
Hi,
My I797 and I94 expired on Sept 30 2009. I have applied for an H1B extension on Sept 26 2009 using premiuim processing.
H1B extension got denied on Oct 29, 2009 after we responded to an RFE on Oct 19.
RFE required me to provide Tax returns, company wage report and employment agreement.
Can any one suggest what are my available options.
How long I can stay in US?
My lawyer is still waiting for the denial letter for more details.
Thanks
My I797 and I94 expired on Sept 30 2009. I have applied for an H1B extension on Sept 26 2009 using premiuim processing.
H1B extension got denied on Oct 29, 2009 after we responded to an RFE on Oct 19.
RFE required me to provide Tax returns, company wage report and employment agreement.
Can any one suggest what are my available options.
How long I can stay in US?
My lawyer is still waiting for the denial letter for more details.
Thanks
ramanan
07-28 02:38 PM
Dear Sir/Mam,
I am presently working in India. My wife is getting an L1 visa approval petition. We need to go to the US consulate for visa stamping.
My question is that 1) Do I need to resign from my current job to get a L2 visa stamping on my passport? 2) If not required, do I need to carry any form or letter from the company that I am on long leave/vacation to show it to the US consulate officier?
Please advice.
Thanks
I am presently working in India. My wife is getting an L1 visa approval petition. We need to go to the US consulate for visa stamping.
My question is that 1) Do I need to resign from my current job to get a L2 visa stamping on my passport? 2) If not required, do I need to carry any form or letter from the company that I am on long leave/vacation to show it to the US consulate officier?
Please advice.
Thanks