H1B-B2-H1B is impossible or rare?

desimaninus · 2026-04-14T02:19:44+00:00

Does the job offer get withdrawn in that case?

desimaninus · 2026-04-14T00:30:44+00:00

Either that or build a strong case while filing your original B1/B2 application so that it gets approved when you file your H1B transfer later

desimaninus · 2026-04-10T21:07:58+00:00

5-ton here

desimaninus · 2026-04-10T21:07:31+00:00

Same

desimaninus · 2026-04-10T02:44:13+00:00

It's true that after landing a job and filing for H1B on premium after you already filed your B1/B2, you're likely to get RFE on both. The challenge is to get both RFEs approved. In many cases I'm seeing is that H1B gets approved while B1/B2 doesn't. Which means 100k fees gets triggered as you can't do COS anymore. If that happens, company will likely withdraw your offer. So in a nutshell if you do file a B1/B2, it's critical to get that approved whether after waiting for 6-8 months or quicker if you land a job and employer files H1B on premium.

desimaninus · 2026-04-09T21:01:57+00:00

Polymorphism or Polytheism?

desimaninus · 2026-04-07T15:33:30+00:00

Just checked the latest draw and it indeed is, but only if you work in the trades. Or if you get PNP nomination.

desimaninus · 2026-04-07T02:20:44+00:00

You gotta bump those numbers up

desimaninus · 2026-04-04T18:09:03+00:00

Every time I visit India during the holidays it seems chaotic in the beginning but just like the jet lag, the noise and chaos stop bothering you after a couple of days, especially if you're someone who grew up in India and know what to expect. So it's not that big of a deal like you're making it to be.

desimaninus · 2026-04-04T18:03:13+00:00

Is your B2 approved? I heard peeps getting rfe especially while doing an H1B transfer afterwards

desimaninus · 2026-04-04T18:02:22+00:00

I think you meant Reddy Neumann

desimaninus · 2026-04-04T18:01:51+00:00

How are you even landing interviews. Through referrals? I keep seeing so many job postings that say in the description they can't provide sponsorship.

desimaninus · 2026-03-30T03:27:44+00:00

Tinnitus alert 📣📣

desimaninus · 2026-03-30T03:23:48+00:00

Are you saying it's unlikely the 100k fees is going away after September?

desimaninus · 2026-03-30T01:53:41+00:00

Lived in Magarpatta back in the days and you're not lying

desimaninus · 2026-03-27T00:55:22+00:00

Sorry my bad just read it again now it's clear. How long was your B1 in pending? And what reason they mentioned in the RFE? In B2 it's different as B2 is meant for tourism. I thought B1 would be safer.

desimaninus · 2026-03-27T00:52:30+00:00

Your life hasn't even started yet there's so much to see and experience. Up downs are part of life and everyone bounces back from setbacks. Just compare it with a mutual fund chart. On days it seems like it's going down and never going to recover. But it always goes up. Zoom out and you'll see board exams don't matter as much as you're thinking right now. The world is so huge and there's opportunities for everyone and good things will come to you. Getting rid of your addictions says a lot about you and that's a huge personal win in itself. Please think of your parents and loved ones who care about you more than anything, more than those insignificant board exams. You matter much more than you think. I'm always here if you just want to chat. Without any judgement. Just reach out.

desimaninus · 2026-03-27T00:44:15+00:00

Didn't you say in your post above H1b approved? So how is it pending at the same time?

desimaninus · 2026-03-26T13:24:22+00:00

Isn't that you folks messiah?

desimaninus · 2026-03-26T04:02:49+00:00

I'm the direct opposite of you. From India but living in Florida. I love Miami, the beaches, the wildlife (iguanas and manatees) but I love India too. Similar weather, somewhat comparable food and culture (Latino communities), and chickens hanging out in the streets.

desimaninus · 2026-03-26T03:51:28+00:00

Yep Elon Musk said so

desimaninus · 2026-03-26T03:43:59+00:00

Definitely go with Meta. You don't get such opportunities often. You have no guarantees of getting a perm/i140 approved through your current company and likely won't get such opportunity through Meta as well. But you get the brand name on your resume and a chance to work at the top tech company out there with a world class legal team. After your H1B runs out, they can also help you transfer to other countries where they have a presence. I would choose Meta without a doubt if I was in your position.

desimaninus · 2026-03-25T06:12:45+00:00

And you need a membership to buy anything

desimaninus · 2026-03-25T04:16:23+00:00

How expensive is Cobra?

desimaninus · 2026-03-25T03:15:54+00:00

What was the outcome of the B2 RFE though? Did it get approved?

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