H1B Stamping India - Emergency

Visa / Eng
wiza

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wiza
Dec 22, 2020 9 Comments

I am currently in US, on H1B (Status changed from F1 to H1B under change of status (COS) processing on October 1st 2020)

I desperately need to visit India to attend to my father's medical emergency (currently on ventilator due to Covid-19), and return back to US to resume my job (to pay for medical bills, education loan, parents are dependents) I have a confirmed appointment for March, however it could get cancelled if I don't have emergency approval (as per the tweet from embassy, not sure however) I am not eligible for interview waiver (dropbox facility), as this would be my first stamping.

I have already raised emergency appointment request, but still waiting on their decision.

Need to know if I'm missing something. Requesting the community to guide me if someone has been in a similar situation.

P.S. - This is my first post on blind, please let me know if I need to add further details.

#covid-19 #h1b #travel

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TOP 9 Comments
  • Turbonomic / R&D
    Flamby

    Go to company page Turbonomic R&D

    Flamby
    Dont miss meeting yoir dad. You will regret it all your life and for what? A simple job you can get anytime. He needs you at this hour. His worst hour. Work in nothing in front of love and family. You will figure this out later. But go to your family now :)
    Dec 23, 2020 0
  • ARM
    justguys

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    justguys
    https://redbus2us.com/visas/usa/apply-india/emergency-us-visa-appointment/

    This link has more details.. I guess doc supporting your request matters like letter from employer etc
    Dec 22, 2020 3
    • Visa / Eng
      wiza

      Go to company page Visa Eng

      wiza
      OP
      Had attached medical reports, however forgot to attach letter from employer. Currently cannot update the request, as the portal is missing that option.
      @ipad9 the emergency is for my father, so yes you're right, my case doesn't neatly fit into their emergency requirements. However it is an emergency, I hope they approve it on humanitarian grounds.

      Thanks for the replies.
      Dec 22, 2020
    • Rubrik
      hug3d1ck

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      hug3d1ck
      Why bother telling your manager? Just leave for father and don't give a damn about their response.
      Dec 23, 2020
  • Google
    dhobi'sdog

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    dhobi'sdog
    Can you company support you in working from home for 2-3 months?

    Check with your manager as well and try to explain the situation
    Dec 22, 2020 1
    • Visa / Eng
      wiza

      Go to company page Visa Eng

      wiza
      OP
      Already spoke with manager and immigration team. Although I can easily work from home, but the company policy doesn't allow it for long duration due to tax implications. I can keep working for a month max, but post that I would be put on an unpaid leave. Immigration team has also told I may travel after knowing the risks fully, that I may not be able to return back.
      Dec 22, 2020
  • Asurion
    tokkale

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    tokkale
    Get more help in this group. https://t.me/joinchat/OHbLhBxhBWRO0KquLiE0FA

    Usually what I’ve seen is the EA(expedited appointment) are being given to people who are stuck abroad and are separated from family in US for a long time.

    Your case might work - not sure. Good luck.
    Dec 22, 2020 0
  • Adobe
    dFJe84

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    dFJe84
    OP were you able to go?
    Jan 5, 2021 0