sushant_s
08-25 09:19 PM
Hi All,
I am here in US on a H1B and my wife is on a H4. She recently got admission to a graduate school and has to start next week. I am worried that if I get her COS for the next semester (this is a 1 year program), then woud she be eligible to get her OPT at the end of the program? She would have been on a F1 for less than a year, but would have completed the Master's program.
I tried to get more information, but what I saw was that the OPT eligiblility requirement is atleast 1 full academic year on F1. Is this correct?
Help is greatly appreciated.
I am here in US on a H1B and my wife is on a H4. She recently got admission to a graduate school and has to start next week. I am worried that if I get her COS for the next semester (this is a 1 year program), then woud she be eligible to get her OPT at the end of the program? She would have been on a F1 for less than a year, but would have completed the Master's program.
I tried to get more information, but what I saw was that the OPT eligiblility requirement is atleast 1 full academic year on F1. Is this correct?
Help is greatly appreciated.
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dngoyal
08-17 02:45 PM
I applied for 485/EAD/AP in the month of June'2007.
I got the receipt and my finger printing is done.
Now my EAD/AP?485 are in pending approval stage.
At this time, I need to travel out of country for urgent reasons,
how it will work.
I have H1B stamped on my passport which is valid till March'2010.
Is it OK to travel on this H1B and re-enter or as my finger printing is done, I am already on AOS status.
Please help.
I got the receipt and my finger printing is done.
Now my EAD/AP?485 are in pending approval stage.
At this time, I need to travel out of country for urgent reasons,
how it will work.
I have H1B stamped on my passport which is valid till March'2010.
Is it OK to travel on this H1B and re-enter or as my finger printing is done, I am already on AOS status.
Please help.
ho_gaya_kaya_?
11-27 10:08 PM
I hope you have good lawyer on your case
We had a similar situation
My wifes app got separated from mine
since we had used a single check- my app was returned (the fees was double the amount!!!)
After a painful one and a half month my wifes application finally showed up- and got rejected (no fees) and we then refiled.
But the interesting thing was that during this 90 days period- my lawyer had someone at USCIS try to trace the missing application.
and he used to exchange emails with the supervisor's office on this
Is his PD current ?
If yes- then you should be fine.
If not- then it gets kinda tricky- though not too much
You have to prove that your app was lost and you are reconstructing the case
Keep in mind that that you will probably have to withdraw your app and refile with him
And that sooner or later- your husband's original app is going to show up
And at that time - you will have two active apps- but nothing that cant be sorted out...
We had a similar situation
My wifes app got separated from mine
since we had used a single check- my app was returned (the fees was double the amount!!!)
After a painful one and a half month my wifes application finally showed up- and got rejected (no fees) and we then refiled.
But the interesting thing was that during this 90 days period- my lawyer had someone at USCIS try to trace the missing application.
and he used to exchange emails with the supervisor's office on this
Is his PD current ?
If yes- then you should be fine.
If not- then it gets kinda tricky- though not too much
You have to prove that your app was lost and you are reconstructing the case
Keep in mind that that you will probably have to withdraw your app and refile with him
And that sooner or later- your husband's original app is going to show up
And at that time - you will have two active apps- but nothing that cant be sorted out...
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radduri
03-17 02:23 PM
Thank you very much for your reply. but finally whats your conclusion whether can i able to start work with my client or not. please tell me the process how to make this work it out.
Thanks,
Ram
Thanks,
Ram
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mambarg
08-03 04:42 PM
Transferring an Adjustment of Status Application from One Underlying Eligibility Basis to Another
Voetsjoeba
10-19 01:06 PM
Translation job, anyone ? I can translate most of it, but a few words are unknown to me and I wouldn't want to mistranslate it. Pom ?
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mihird
09-07 02:53 PM
I don't intend to get a second H-1.. The second job that I want to do is just 3-5hrs a week and dont want any sponsorship for it.
Even if you work 1 hour a week, you need an H1 to be able to put on payroll at the other company. Otherwise, it constitutes illegal employment.
Even if you work 1 hour a week, you need an H1 to be able to put on payroll at the other company. Otherwise, it constitutes illegal employment.
2010 after quot;Billy the kidquot;.
tabletpc
11-12 10:48 AM
I recently took up a fulltime job and I was told that drug test will be taken few days before the join date. Also the employment is contegent upon succefull drug test and background test.
My concern is, I need to give 2 week notice to my present employer . If drug test and background test are not done before 2 weeks of join date, how can I be sure things don't go wrong for some or the other reason in checking. My records are clean in US and I don't forcee any problem.
SO is this common to conduct drug test few days before join date...??
My concern is, I need to give 2 week notice to my present employer . If drug test and background test are not done before 2 weeks of join date, how can I be sure things don't go wrong for some or the other reason in checking. My records are clean in US and I don't forcee any problem.
SO is this common to conduct drug test few days before join date...??
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Butters
04-08 05:30 PM
Or the Microsoft Office ones...
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minimalist
01-11 05:26 AM
I probabably know the answer of this question but would still like to confirm, just to be sure:
- First I-797B Valid from Jan 2004 to Sep 2006 <- Note: wasn't for 3 years
- First Visa valid from Jul 2004 to Sep 2006
- 1st US Entry Date from Aug 2005 till present date
(been to india in Dec 2007 for 1 month for visa stamping)
- First i-94 valid from Aug 2005 to Sep 2006
-Extended I-797A from Sep 2006 to Jan 2009 <-Note: not extended for 3 yrs
-2nd Visa/I-94 valid from Dec 2007 to Jan 2009
My questions?
1. Can my H1B Visa be extended again? This will be my 2nd extension.
2. Till what Date can be extended?
a. Jan 2010 (6 yrs from 1st I-797)
b. Jul 2010 ( 6 yrs from 1st visa stamping)
c. Aug 2011 (6 yrs from 1st US entry)
Thanks a lot !
Meaning 6 yrs from 1st US entry subtracting the time you are out of USA for vacaion.
Meaning Sep 2011, if you were out of USA only for a month.
- First I-797B Valid from Jan 2004 to Sep 2006 <- Note: wasn't for 3 years
- First Visa valid from Jul 2004 to Sep 2006
- 1st US Entry Date from Aug 2005 till present date
(been to india in Dec 2007 for 1 month for visa stamping)
- First i-94 valid from Aug 2005 to Sep 2006
-Extended I-797A from Sep 2006 to Jan 2009 <-Note: not extended for 3 yrs
-2nd Visa/I-94 valid from Dec 2007 to Jan 2009
My questions?
1. Can my H1B Visa be extended again? This will be my 2nd extension.
2. Till what Date can be extended?
a. Jan 2010 (6 yrs from 1st I-797)
b. Jul 2010 ( 6 yrs from 1st visa stamping)
c. Aug 2011 (6 yrs from 1st US entry)
Thanks a lot !
Meaning 6 yrs from 1st US entry subtracting the time you are out of USA for vacaion.
Meaning Sep 2011, if you were out of USA only for a month.
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sixpockets
06-14 05:41 AM
I am also in the same boat, 140 was filed in March 07, file at TSC. The attorney never received the original LCA. Could not do premium processing for 140.
NOW the big question is, can I apply 485 since my PD is current now?
NOW the big question is, can I apply 485 since my PD is current now?
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neel_gump
07-07 11:14 AM
Form AR-11 asks for the date my stay in the United States will expire. What date should I use? Currently, I am on working on EAD (I-485 pending) and last entered US on AP.
Note: Sorry for a duplicate thread. I posted my previous one in I-140 section. :confused:
Note: Sorry for a duplicate thread. I posted my previous one in I-140 section. :confused:
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bobzibub
10-06 05:22 PM
I guess I wasn't shocked when I saw this story, but I have to say it depressed me. The AP reports that Derby Line, Vermont and Stanstead, Quebec, really one town that happens to straddle a border, is now installing security gates to physically separate the community.
More... (http://blogs.ilw.com/gregsiskind/2009/10/immigration-fears-dividing-a-town-literally.html)
Maybe they could use bits of the Berlin wall?
Berlin Wall for Sale - Buy Pieces of the Berlin Wall (http://www.berlin-wall.net/orderform.htm)
:D
More... (http://blogs.ilw.com/gregsiskind/2009/10/immigration-fears-dividing-a-town-literally.html)
Maybe they could use bits of the Berlin wall?
Berlin Wall for Sale - Buy Pieces of the Berlin Wall (http://www.berlin-wall.net/orderform.htm)
:D
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roseball
09-01 05:30 PM
Gurus,
I work for company X and in my 9th year H1-B visa. X has filed for my Eb-3 labor and I-140 and I am currently AOS (July 07 filer) on my I-485. X recently extended my H1 through Oct 2012.
I have an offer from company Y. Company Y is asking me if I want H1 extension or H1 transfer? What should I answer them. Which one ensures that I have a 3 year extension. Please advise ASAP.
Thanks.
You should tell them to file a H1 Change of Employer petition based on your approved I-140. Let them know they need to file a LCA requesting a 3 yr term and get the LCA approval and then file form I-129 requesting for a 3 yr H1.
I work for company X and in my 9th year H1-B visa. X has filed for my Eb-3 labor and I-140 and I am currently AOS (July 07 filer) on my I-485. X recently extended my H1 through Oct 2012.
I have an offer from company Y. Company Y is asking me if I want H1 extension or H1 transfer? What should I answer them. Which one ensures that I have a 3 year extension. Please advise ASAP.
Thanks.
You should tell them to file a H1 Change of Employer petition based on your approved I-140. Let them know they need to file a LCA requesting a 3 yr term and get the LCA approval and then file form I-129 requesting for a 3 yr H1.
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akashya
08-14 03:28 PM
Sorry I missed that.Yes I am employed .I will do that thorough my employer.But with out help of any attorney.
Thanks
Thanks
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satishku_2000
06-04 08:26 PM
I got the same kind of RFE , but the wage paid to me is much more than the proferred wage all along . But USCIS wants my company to prove that they have the ability to pay all the pending 140s .. Do you guys think I am Safe?
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indio0617
01-30 12:15 PM
If I have an approved labor and switch attorneys, is it mandatory for current attorney to hand over the approved labor and all relevant documents to the new attorney or can he choose NOT to give it ?
Just wanted to run it by you guys and seek your views on it. I do know that the LC is employer's property .
Thanks.
Just wanted to run it by you guys and seek your views on it. I do know that the LC is employer's property .
Thanks.
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karthkc
03-17 05:02 PM
i have read some place in this forum that as long as you maintain your full time primary job you are entitled to use your ead for other smaller assignments without losing your H1 status. But then again I am not a lawyer just sharing what I have read.
AFAIK, Using EAD either for a FT or PT job should invalidate other non-immigrant work authorization documents like H1B since EAD is a derivative benefit of filing for immigrant status and you cannot mix and match your status...
If this is not true and there is a discussion on this forum clarifying that, I would like to know too...
Anyone?
Thanks!
AFAIK, Using EAD either for a FT or PT job should invalidate other non-immigrant work authorization documents like H1B since EAD is a derivative benefit of filing for immigrant status and you cannot mix and match your status...
If this is not true and there is a discussion on this forum clarifying that, I would like to know too...
Anyone?
Thanks!
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vin13
03-23 10:00 AM
If your new employer is processing a H1 then you do not need EAD to initiate AC 21.
If the new employer is not processing a H1 then you would need to show your new employer the EAD inorder to start working for them. You say that you have the A# but do you also know the start and end date for the EAD? Your new employer needs to have all these to fill the I-9 form. YOU MAY BE ABLE TO BUY UPTO 90 DAYS TO SHOW THE EAD. READ THE INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE I-9 FORM. I HAVE ATTACHED A PORTION OF IT FOR YOUR REFERENCE.
READ THE I-9, EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATION.
Employers must complete Section 2 by examining evidence of identity and employment eligibility within three (3) business days of the date employment begins. If employees are authorized to work, but are unable to present the required document(s) within three business days, they must present a receipt for the application of the document(s) within three business days and the actual document(s) within ninety (90) days.
If the new employer is not processing a H1 then you would need to show your new employer the EAD inorder to start working for them. You say that you have the A# but do you also know the start and end date for the EAD? Your new employer needs to have all these to fill the I-9 form. YOU MAY BE ABLE TO BUY UPTO 90 DAYS TO SHOW THE EAD. READ THE INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE I-9 FORM. I HAVE ATTACHED A PORTION OF IT FOR YOUR REFERENCE.
READ THE I-9, EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATION.
Employers must complete Section 2 by examining evidence of identity and employment eligibility within three (3) business days of the date employment begins. If employees are authorized to work, but are unable to present the required document(s) within three business days, they must present a receipt for the application of the document(s) within three business days and the actual document(s) within ninety (90) days.
Blog Feeds
05-12 05:20 PM
The H-2B visa program is vital to America�s small businesses and thus to America�s economic recovery. The H-2B program is capped at 66,000 visas per year. This is the same arbitrary number set by Congress in 1990. The visa allotment is split equally between the winter and summer seasons. Small business owners rely on the H-2B program because it is the only way they can legally hire workers for temporary and seasonal positions when they cannot find Americans to hire.
Small and seasonal businesses hire American workers and they do hire every qualified
American who applies for a seasonal or temporary short-term position. Nevertheless, even in this economy, positions remain unfilled, leaving these businesses desperately in need of workers. This is not surprising since these jobs typically involve low-skilled and semi-skilled labor, involve work at remote locations, and are only short-term in duration.
Unlike the hiring of American workers, small business owners must go through a tough application process to hire foreign workers through the H-2B program. Employers must prove to the U.S. Department of Labor that there are no available U.S. workers to fill vacant short-term positions. H-2B workers go home at the end of the season. They cannot, and do not, stay in the U.S. permanently through this program.
Without access to more temporary H-2B workers, many small businesses will be extremely short-staffed this year and could be forced to close. For small businesses, relief must come now so that America�s employers can get the seasonal temporary workers they need to help in America�s economic recovery.
RELIEF NEEDED:
� An H-2B visa returning worker extension will go a long way in helping small and
seasonal businesses survive in the short term. The extension would provide
emergency relief by exempting from the cap H-2B returning workers who already
have successfully participated in the program in one of the previous 3 years.
� Without Congressional relief soon, many U.S. businesses will be forced to limit their
services or close their doors permanently rather than be a part of the economic
recovery.
CURRENT LEGISLATION:
� H-2B relief has been introduced in the House by Rep. Stupak (D-MI), and in the
Senate by Sen. Mikulski (D-MD), as the Save Our Small and Seasonal Businesses
Act of 2009 (H.R. 1136/S. 388).
More... (http://www.visalawyerblog.com/2009/05/h2b_visas_why_reform_is_badly.html)
Small and seasonal businesses hire American workers and they do hire every qualified
American who applies for a seasonal or temporary short-term position. Nevertheless, even in this economy, positions remain unfilled, leaving these businesses desperately in need of workers. This is not surprising since these jobs typically involve low-skilled and semi-skilled labor, involve work at remote locations, and are only short-term in duration.
Unlike the hiring of American workers, small business owners must go through a tough application process to hire foreign workers through the H-2B program. Employers must prove to the U.S. Department of Labor that there are no available U.S. workers to fill vacant short-term positions. H-2B workers go home at the end of the season. They cannot, and do not, stay in the U.S. permanently through this program.
Without access to more temporary H-2B workers, many small businesses will be extremely short-staffed this year and could be forced to close. For small businesses, relief must come now so that America�s employers can get the seasonal temporary workers they need to help in America�s economic recovery.
RELIEF NEEDED:
� An H-2B visa returning worker extension will go a long way in helping small and
seasonal businesses survive in the short term. The extension would provide
emergency relief by exempting from the cap H-2B returning workers who already
have successfully participated in the program in one of the previous 3 years.
� Without Congressional relief soon, many U.S. businesses will be forced to limit their
services or close their doors permanently rather than be a part of the economic
recovery.
CURRENT LEGISLATION:
� H-2B relief has been introduced in the House by Rep. Stupak (D-MI), and in the
Senate by Sen. Mikulski (D-MD), as the Save Our Small and Seasonal Businesses
Act of 2009 (H.R. 1136/S. 388).
More... (http://www.visalawyerblog.com/2009/05/h2b_visas_why_reform_is_badly.html)
anilsal
01-28 10:55 PM
the change in salary ($76K to 120K) is a cause for concern. It depends how long ago you filed your labor. If it has been greater than 5 years, IMO the salary change may be ok. Rather than the titles, the job duties have to reasonably match.
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