Hi all, My PERM got denied few days back and the attorney is preparing to file a reconsideration. The reason for denial was "not meeting the minimum requirement" with highlighted part saying " missing ability to work in a team, strong multitasking and problem solving skills". My job duties clearl...Read more
Do I need to file for I140 with the new company when I have one approved from the previous one. And I was in the previous company for more than 180 days after 140 approval.? #workvisa #h1b
I got an offer from another company so will be starting visa transfer process soon. I also want to go to India for a month so wondering if 1) I should take leave from current company and start visa transfer process after coming back OR 2) do visa transfer first and take leave from current company ...Read more
I just accepted an offer with a new company a week ago. Today I received a medical RFE for my GC i485. While this is fantastic news, I am wondering if switching employers at this time can affect the GC approval. Thoughts? It has been 180 days pending on i485 and eb1-a i-140. #workvisa #rfe
Hi, Went in today for in person interview and put me on 221g. Agent asked me to fill out DS5535 online and wait. They asked for countries visited and address of places lived in last 15 years. - How accurate must this be? Its almost impossible to remember all since often travelled globally. - How ...Read more
I797 - till Jun 2027 H1b stamp in passport - till Mar 2027 I94 - is given till Dec 2025 which is same as my passport expiry date. I can renew my passport within USA with my embassy. 1. Should I visit US consulate when I get new passport? 2. Will my I-94 be different once I get a new passport? I ...Read more
I am waiting for H1B transfer to start at Oracle OCI. I submitted all the documents and questionnaire two weeks ago, and they started the LCI process two weeks ago. The current status says "Draft forms going through internal review." Does anybody knows what it means, is the LCA approved already? The...Read more
I’m on an H1B and looking to apply to a role at Shopify but one of the mandatory questions is ‘Do you have the right to work in your listed location?’ And the only way you can answer that is ‘yes’.
How does mergers affect PERM/i140 processing? I’m with Juniper networks, which is merging with HPE. Legal team said my PERM will be applied in September. If the Juniper HPE merger holds good, was wondering how it would impact PERM/i140 processing? Tc: 150k
https://x.com/USCIS/status/1790468279355527569 When nonimmigrant workers are laid off, they may not be aware of their options and, in some instances, may wrongly assume that they have no option but to leave the country within 60 days. When a nonimmigrant worker’s employment ends, either voluntaril...Read more
Hello Everyone, I just mailed my I-131 renewal application (Employment Based) to the USCIS, as my last AP expired in Jan 2024. Have following questions in this regard. (1) Per the instructions sheet from the USCIS website regarding the mandatory documents "A copy of any document issued to you by US...Read more
It is possible to apply for a change of status from L-1B to F-1 while you are in the USA with an approved I-140 after being laid off? #workvisa #f1 #l1 #gc
As TN is technically non-immigration intent, if I file for self-petition NIW and fill i-140, does it mean I can't renew TN after that? Is i485 the actual point where you are considered immigrant intent or is it i140? Getting confusing views from lawyers also :) #tnvisa #gc #i140
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Hi All, I currently hold a cap-exempt H1B with an approved I-140 (National Interest Waiver); MBA / non-tech background. There is currently a backlog for all countries, and it could be more than 2 years before my priority date becomes current and I can submit my adjustment of status. I currently wo...Read more
Hello My visa dates are as followed: i797 - July 2025 i94 (online) - Sept 2024 H1B stamp - Sept 2024 (H1B kicked off on Sept 2021, and is pending the 3 year extension) I got my H1B stamping done in 2021. Since then I re-entered US latest in March 2024. Looks like the immigration officer did not ...Read more
I am trying to relocate to the US, UK, or Ireland as it has a richer startup community than Hong Kong. I applied to Meta UK and US with a referral, but both got rejected without interviews. Many people advise not to waste time with US visa now, as H1B season has already passed in March, and in the c...Read more
I have read somewhere that traveling to neighboring countries and islands for less than 1 months is fine without stamping and can re-enter using valid I-797. Has anyone done it? What are your experiences? Appreciate the feedback. #workvisa #h1b
Can you travel into the USA on a valid AP and not have a job? Considering switching to employment based EAD from H1. Priority date won't become current any time soon. Are there any risks during secondary at the port of entry - will be honest about taking a break year to immigration office if asked?...Read more
Hey, I am actively searching for relocation opportunities to the US from Hong Kong. I am trying four different options now, but no progress yet. Please advise which one I should spend more effort on to increase my chances in today's market. 1. I heard tier 2/3 companies like Accenture sponsor h1b. ...Read more
My wife was on F1-OPT and she transferred to H4 and received her EAD recently. Her Change of Status happened on 05/16/24 so technically moved to H4 & H4-EAD on 05/16/24. She has her F1 stamp on her passport which is valid till Aug/24 For traveling to canada via land border, what documents to carry ...Read more
Has anyone done this? I know people who have applied for B1/B2 after quitting/layoffs but is it possible to apply for B1/B2 while you still have a valid H1? Appointments are taking over a year.