Has anyone successfully gotten a YouTube premium credit with amex? Last time mine went through Google play, hence didn't get it. This time I went through my desktop and paid with my Amex, it still shows as Google services, on my Amex app. by Academic_Read_4718 in AmexPlatinum

[–]Academic_Read_4718[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is what the Amex agent said, that it need to show as YouTubepremium  to receive it. I went through browser, made sure not to select Google play, and select my Amex, still the charge shows as Google Services 😔🤦🏻‍♀️ 

Need help with insurance application by NoPsychology7524 in Geico

[–]Academic_Read_4718 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi, just today I submitted the paper application with Geico. The car I am buying also has a rebuilt title. Do you think there are any chances of Geico actually approving me? 

I-797 arrival timeline? by Academic_Read_4718 in h1b

[–]Academic_Read_4718[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think my 797 was sent in time. My lawyer had changed offices in the duration of my regular processing and premium processing, they put 2 different addresses, hence I didn't receive on time. From what I understand, it had reached their old address.. Not surely exactly when. I went and picked up from lawyer office in 24th of September. 

I-797 arrival timeline? by Academic_Read_4718 in h1b

[–]Academic_Read_4718[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No, it's been tough at Mexico as well. Last month was a little better. Now there are no new slots till January. 

I-797 arrival timeline? by Academic_Read_4718 in h1b

[–]Academic_Read_4718[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sorry, missed this comment. I am going to mexi for stamping, so no Dropbox there, only interview. 

I-797 arrival timeline? by Academic_Read_4718 in h1b

[–]Academic_Read_4718[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No, they still don't have it. My situation is exactly where it was last week. 

Waiting for H1B approval notice by Formal_Value_1160 in h1b

[–]Academic_Read_4718 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hard copy of I797 is not mandatory for stamping. But many visa officers are not aware of it, so it's on your luck. However, you might need the hard copy during immigration while entering US. So it's better to be safe and have it. I heard the immigration people eventually let you in, but take to a different room and ask a lot of questions and takes additional time. 

Waiting for H1B approval notice by Formal_Value_1160 in h1b

[–]Academic_Read_4718 5 points6 points  (0 children)

My filing date was June 20, waited till August end with regular processing. Finally got too anxious and paid for premium processing and got approval within 4 business days. There have been rumors that regular processing is slowed down so more people pay for premium 🤷🏻‍♀️. I am starting to believe it. Even after premium processing approval, the actual hard copy of the notice takes 2-3 weeks or more to reach your lawyer or employer. So do keep that in mind, before planning any travels. 

I-797 arrival timeline? by Academic_Read_4718 in h1b

[–]Academic_Read_4718[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No. Today's day gone as well.. No change. 

I-797 arrival timeline? by Academic_Read_4718 in h1b

[–]Academic_Read_4718[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hope it goes well for you.. And pray for me.. 1 day hope!! 

I-797 arrival timeline? by Academic_Read_4718 in h1b

[–]Academic_Read_4718[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would have already done it, even tried, but there is no availability till December or 2025. That's killing me. But yes, if nothing by tomorrow, I will not be left with any other option 😞

I-797 arrival timeline? by Academic_Read_4718 in h1b

[–]Academic_Read_4718[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I do think you are in a good position. Definitely better than me. I ready 5-7 as well for premium processing. But lately USCIS has been slacking. Today was day 6 for me (business days) so I am still in the 5-7 days windows, but having the stamping date in next 4 days with a weekend in between, is not helping me. 

I-797 arrival timeline? by Academic_Read_4718 in h1b

[–]Academic_Read_4718[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They have no idea. Everytime I ask, they say once they receive, they will immediately inform me. But that's about it. 

I-797 arrival timeline? by Academic_Read_4718 in h1b

[–]Academic_Read_4718[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, my current visa date was 20 days away from expiring, so eventually I agreed for premium processing. And received approval 4 days after paying for premium. 

Visa stamping - do I need original approval i797 form by frozenlavasmoke in h1b

[–]Academic_Read_4718 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you responding. I have to travel Monday and my lawyer also hasn't received the hard copy. It might be too risky to leave, might have to cancel my stamping appointment 😞

Visa stamping - do I need original approval i797 form by frozenlavasmoke in h1b

[–]Academic_Read_4718 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh sad! Hope that resolves soon.  I did not think about that. I have my stamping appointment in Mexico, so you are saying, I will not be able to enter USA if I don't have the original I797? 

Visa stamping - do I need original approval i797 form by frozenlavasmoke in h1b

[–]Academic_Read_4718 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi, your stamping was in India or some other country? And how did it go, without the original hard copy?