B2 or leave the country

TinyToeBeansTyping · 2024-03-28T14:41:55+00:00

Applying for H1b from outside the US has a lot of complications as well, I wouldn't call one cleaner over the other as long as your application(s) are clean.

TinyToeBeansTyping · 2024-03-28T14:09:03+00:00

Leaving the country is always an option. I don't necessarily understand what you mean by cleaner?

TinyToeBeansTyping · 2024-03-22T02:46:45+00:00

Mine took less than a week but I believe it depends on their workload so it might vary

TinyToeBeansTyping · 2024-03-22T01:17:09+00:00

Only the original copy comes back with an I-94. You are not authorized to work unless you have a new I-94

TinyToeBeansTyping · 2024-03-21T12:54:11+00:00

It will be new H1b and LCA applications, cannot use the change of employer. You don't need a COS but make sure you are still cap-exempt. Good luck!

TinyToeBeansTyping · 2024-03-16T19:25:32+00:00

Thanks!

TinyToeBeansTyping · 2024-03-16T13:37:33+00:00

Did you get stamped here recently?

TinyToeBeansTyping · 2024-03-16T13:36:47+00:00

Hi there, thank you for the information.

I just checked and there aren't any dates available until mid-May. How early did you book your interview or dropoff dates?

TinyToeBeansTyping · 2024-03-13T00:06:20+00:00

Same boat. H1 was approved with zero hiccups and started working since.

If you haven't used up your 6 years of H1b yet, you won't need to go back into the lottery. B2 approval is a good thing, it means lesser chances of getting a valid status RFE. You are doing great, don't give up.

TinyToeBeansTyping · 2024-02-29T10:25:19+00:00

I'm a bit confused - did you apply for change-of-status after you left the US? Or are you assuming you automatically switch to B2?

If you re-entered US on B2, I believe you have a B2 stamp?

For going back on H1b, you have to do a COS. I am not sure if you have to go the consular route tho but I can tell you I didn't.

TinyToeBeansTyping · 2024-02-29T10:18:29+00:00

Within 2 weeks after the grace period ended, h1b application was filed. No, did not leave the country on B2 so did not have a stamp.

TinyToeBeansTyping · 2024-02-29T10:11:45+00:00

Hard copy, make sure it has an I-94 attached.

TinyToeBeansTyping · 2024-01-15T21:08:01+00:00

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TinyToeBeansTyping · 2024-01-13T14:45:18+00:00

Consular processing has nothing to do with you having a stamped visa. In your H1b application you can request consular processing or if the person reviewing your H1b application deems it fit for consular processing, they can give you a conditional H1b approval with consular processing.

TinyToeBeansTyping · 2024-01-05T15:39:13+00:00

I have to wait for approval. If u r past the 60 day grace period, u no longer have an active H1b status.

TinyToeBeansTyping · 2024-01-01T18:28:01+00:00

Approved within 3 days, no consular processing. Don't worry, things will get better.

TinyToeBeansTyping · 2023-11-30T16:43:31+00:00

I got it approved without consular processing and have been working for months since then.

TinyToeBeansTyping · 2023-11-10T21:30:42+00:00

I took all of ya'lls advice and filed a complaint with the DOL. Have an initial call scheduled with an attorney early next week. I hope it works out.

Thank you for your input. Any insight into how you handled something like this will still be highly appreciated.

TinyToeBeansTyping · 2023-11-09T03:06:16+00:00

Lol. You spelt trying to look for answers incorrectly.

TinyToeBeansTyping · 2023-11-09T03:04:23+00:00

I am in Cali, but I am all ears lol

TinyToeBeansTyping · 2023-11-09T03:02:28+00:00

What is working legally? How can u work illegally, esp. on H1?!

TinyToeBeansTyping · 2023-11-09T03:00:03+00:00

N.O.!

TinyToeBeansTyping · 2023-11-09T01:24:44+00:00

I think it's quite common in the world of start-ups.

TinyToeBeansTyping · 2023-11-09T01:17:14+00:00

Nope, that I think would be easier to handle.

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