bsrik77
07-30 01:32 PM
I applied for my I-140/485 together in the last week of June. I havent got the receipt numbers yet. My wife is on H1 and since she is not the primary application on my 485 forms, is it okay if she changes her job. Will her H1 transfer affect both of our applications.
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gcpain
06-25 11:09 AM
I was working with employer -A till 2006 and got I140 approved (June 2003 priority date) in EB3. In November 2006 I joined employer B as it is good for my carrier. I talk to employer A (body shopper) and he is ready to support for my green card as I worked for him for six long years and still he did not cancel my old H1B. My main aim here is to apply I485 as soon as I can.
1. I have two options here my old employer (A) is body-shopper. So he will agree for both future or current employment. I have very good permanent job and bright future prospects with new employer (B). In this case what you guys advice me? Apply I485 as future employment or quit present job and join old employer (A) and apply I485 as current employment?
2. If I do not join old employer (with whom I have I140 approved) now, in this case what are my options for I485 applying? (Only future employment I485/ I can file current employment I485 and not drawing any salary from old employer )
3. Will I485 as future employment has any problems?
4. Can I use AC21 after 180 days on my I485 future employment application?
5. My new employer (B) already applied PERM LC for my GC in EB2 three months back and did not here anything from Atlanta DOL till now. What you guys advice me? Is it worthful to wait for this new EB2 LC or apply I485 as future employment with approved I140-EB3 with priority date June 2003.
I am in really dilemma and unable to decide. Appreciate your advice in this matter. Thanks in advance to all your replies and wish you best of luck.
1. I have two options here my old employer (A) is body-shopper. So he will agree for both future or current employment. I have very good permanent job and bright future prospects with new employer (B). In this case what you guys advice me? Apply I485 as future employment or quit present job and join old employer (A) and apply I485 as current employment?
2. If I do not join old employer (with whom I have I140 approved) now, in this case what are my options for I485 applying? (Only future employment I485/ I can file current employment I485 and not drawing any salary from old employer )
3. Will I485 as future employment has any problems?
4. Can I use AC21 after 180 days on my I485 future employment application?
5. My new employer (B) already applied PERM LC for my GC in EB2 three months back and did not here anything from Atlanta DOL till now. What you guys advice me? Is it worthful to wait for this new EB2 LC or apply I485 as future employment with approved I140-EB3 with priority date June 2003.
I am in really dilemma and unable to decide. Appreciate your advice in this matter. Thanks in advance to all your replies and wish you best of luck.
ujjvalkoul
10-04 12:18 PM
It will be better for u to renew ur H1 while here is US....and before ur current H1 expires...unless u want to go to india for some specific reason for 6 months..
Get it renewed via preium processing..should be done in 15-20 days...then book apptt for VISA in India and go get it stamped.
Get it renewed via preium processing..should be done in 15-20 days...then book apptt for VISA in India and go get it stamped.
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gccovet
09-22 10:34 AM
I recently got my gc. Is there anything I need to do to initiate my Citizenship process ?
Thanks,
theOne
After 4.5 years, you can file for Naturalization. You may want to keep a tab on which companies you worked for, period, pay etc starting from the day you entered in USA, keep copies of all previous W2 in safe place. Also, prepare a spreadsheet of when you were out of the country starting from the day you entered here. All the above will be required while filling up forms for naturalization.
Visit other forums/threads to see what is required and prepare for it. you have long time to go though.
Good luck.
GCCovet
Thanks,
theOne
After 4.5 years, you can file for Naturalization. You may want to keep a tab on which companies you worked for, period, pay etc starting from the day you entered in USA, keep copies of all previous W2 in safe place. Also, prepare a spreadsheet of when you were out of the country starting from the day you entered here. All the above will be required while filling up forms for naturalization.
Visit other forums/threads to see what is required and prepare for it. you have long time to go though.
Good luck.
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guchi472000
04-17 08:50 PM
Hey Gurus,
I am in confusion here.
I applied for my I-485(EB2, PD= Dec,2006) in july 2007. I was married that time and my wife was in India. She didnt get delhi consulate appointment so i missed her while i applied for my I - 485. Now she is in US on H4 visa. I got RFE last month on my I 485 regarding employment verification. I have replied for RFE.
My Question here is:-
If I get my green card(that chances are very less because my PD are not current... but on safe side), How i can add her into GC or 485 stage.
I am in confusion here.
I applied for my I-485(EB2, PD= Dec,2006) in july 2007. I was married that time and my wife was in India. She didnt get delhi consulate appointment so i missed her while i applied for my I - 485. Now she is in US on H4 visa. I got RFE last month on my I 485 regarding employment verification. I have replied for RFE.
My Question here is:-
If I get my green card(that chances are very less because my PD are not current... but on safe side), How i can add her into GC or 485 stage.
bandya
09-08 12:40 PM
My wife had returned from India on Dec 2nd 2004 and her H4 stamp was valid till Jan 26th 2005 - Less than 2 months validity. She did not face any problem reentering. Infact we filed our extentions after she came back.
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mudigondag
05-19 02:27 PM
Friends;
My EB3 AOS was filed in July, 2007.
I have a valid H1 upto July, 2010 and my EAD expires September, 2010.
My wife and daughter have valid H4 upto July, 2010 and their EAD expires September, 2010. Both have used EAD.
APs are expiring in July 2010 for all of us.
My employer has filed for H1 extension.
I have couple of questions regarding my family�s statuses;
1. If my wife and daughter do not want to renew their EADs/APs (or renewal gets delayed beyond September, 2010), what is their legal status in US as they don�t have a valid I-94?
2. As they already used EADs, I think they are not eligible for H4 filing. Can someone confirm?
3. Does anyone have experience of renewing Driving license without EAD or H4 during AOS?
Thanks
Venu
My EB3 AOS was filed in July, 2007.
I have a valid H1 upto July, 2010 and my EAD expires September, 2010.
My wife and daughter have valid H4 upto July, 2010 and their EAD expires September, 2010. Both have used EAD.
APs are expiring in July 2010 for all of us.
My employer has filed for H1 extension.
I have couple of questions regarding my family�s statuses;
1. If my wife and daughter do not want to renew their EADs/APs (or renewal gets delayed beyond September, 2010), what is their legal status in US as they don�t have a valid I-94?
2. As they already used EADs, I think they are not eligible for H4 filing. Can someone confirm?
3. Does anyone have experience of renewing Driving license without EAD or H4 during AOS?
Thanks
Venu
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davoutplantaire
02-17 06:02 PM
Hello everybody,
this is my first post on these forums, I've been reading around a fair bit for the past couple of weeks on immigration related websites, and especially IV.
As it has been so far the best source of information for me I want to ask a question that is pretty confusing...
From what I understood, being eligible for EB-2 is one of the best ways to get a GC in a reasonable delay (let's say around a year according to the first post of unitednations on http://immigrationvoice.org/forum/showthread.php?t=3250).
From what I understood that would merely require to have an arrangement with a company willing to help you in the tedious path to a GC instead of owning you with the H1-B.
There is where my question comes about EB-2 elibility as I'm really confused about the value of my french engineering degree in IT (5 years college, Diplome d'Ingenieur) and the possibility to find a position eligible for EB-2 that wouldn't require experience.
So my question consists of two parts :
- Is there any way to officially check that my degree is equivalent to an US Masters Degree ? (Wikipedia says yes, but I couldn't find any authoritative/official source)
- Is there any way that a position in the IT field that would require such a Masters Degree could be eligible for EB-2 even without work experience requirements ?
Thanks again to all IV folks and other who spend time sharing their precious information.
this is my first post on these forums, I've been reading around a fair bit for the past couple of weeks on immigration related websites, and especially IV.
As it has been so far the best source of information for me I want to ask a question that is pretty confusing...
From what I understood, being eligible for EB-2 is one of the best ways to get a GC in a reasonable delay (let's say around a year according to the first post of unitednations on http://immigrationvoice.org/forum/showthread.php?t=3250).
From what I understood that would merely require to have an arrangement with a company willing to help you in the tedious path to a GC instead of owning you with the H1-B.
There is where my question comes about EB-2 elibility as I'm really confused about the value of my french engineering degree in IT (5 years college, Diplome d'Ingenieur) and the possibility to find a position eligible for EB-2 that wouldn't require experience.
So my question consists of two parts :
- Is there any way to officially check that my degree is equivalent to an US Masters Degree ? (Wikipedia says yes, but I couldn't find any authoritative/official source)
- Is there any way that a position in the IT field that would require such a Masters Degree could be eligible for EB-2 even without work experience requirements ?
Thanks again to all IV folks and other who spend time sharing their precious information.
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laststraw
06-22 05:59 PM
Here are my case details
1. Labor approved with job role 1 with priority date of June-2004
2. I-140 EB2 filed - denied - appealed in May 2008 and is with AAO (I485 denied due to this)
3. I-140 EB3 filed for same labour in May 2008 - pending as NSC won't rule on this case until the AAO
4. Moved to a job role 2 which is 90 percent different from job role 1 with same company in Jan 2010 (forced to do it as my previous job role has been outsourced). Changed H1B to job role 2 and have initiated PERM process (got PWD and in the advt phase).
Here is my question:
I believe that there is very little chance for my EB2 I140 appeal will come through. But if it comes through, I don't want to re-open my I485 even though the EB2 date is current for this, as my job role has changed. Would I still be able to port the priority date from the approved EB2 for job role 1 to the new GC process with job role 2 (after my I140 for job role 2 is approved)?
Any thoughts on this is appreciated.
Thanks,
laststraw
1. Labor approved with job role 1 with priority date of June-2004
2. I-140 EB2 filed - denied - appealed in May 2008 and is with AAO (I485 denied due to this)
3. I-140 EB3 filed for same labour in May 2008 - pending as NSC won't rule on this case until the AAO
4. Moved to a job role 2 which is 90 percent different from job role 1 with same company in Jan 2010 (forced to do it as my previous job role has been outsourced). Changed H1B to job role 2 and have initiated PERM process (got PWD and in the advt phase).
Here is my question:
I believe that there is very little chance for my EB2 I140 appeal will come through. But if it comes through, I don't want to re-open my I485 even though the EB2 date is current for this, as my job role has changed. Would I still be able to port the priority date from the approved EB2 for job role 1 to the new GC process with job role 2 (after my I140 for job role 2 is approved)?
Any thoughts on this is appreciated.
Thanks,
laststraw
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speddi
03-27 02:52 PM
Is it Legal to take compensation for Clinical Trials while on H1B?
TIA.
TIA.
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mjdup
10-19 10:49 AM
Just in case someone might find this useful --
I had appeared for my visa stamping (9th year extension). It went fine. I'd used these forums to collect all the needed info so thanks to everyone ! I was little nervous but had no choice because my company had sent me for a business trip. At the consulate, security was very good. They even had places to leave your belongings. I saw people come in with cellphones, keys etc and they were check them in the security. Once through the security initial check ups took place where they put the needed documents in a file.
- At this point the person checking my docs marked red on the section where I had marked that my sibling was permanent resident.
- went to the first window where the officer checked for PIMS and wrote "no PIMS" (again in red) on my ds156 form. He asked couple of questions about where I work and then the finger print formality.
- waited for a while and finally I was called for the interview. The VO asked about my job, degree and what my role was at the company. I work for very large fortune 500 company and our division in Germany is well known.
- She left couple of times to check my PIMS records and finally told me that your visa will be approved and sent in 3-5 business days. That's how they do it consulates in Germany. You are not allowed to come and collect the passports.
- But, then she again checked my degree (EE) and mentioned that they may have to do some additional processing and will get back to me.
- But, she kept the passport and other docs so I was confident that it is only for PIMS verification. After 3 days I got back my passport with stamping. I provided all the answers with confidence and very legibly.
We just have to do what we have to do and leave the rest to whatever happens. I'd prepared everything before my trip in case I've go to India and get stamped (I'm getting tired of these long and stressful procedures, I was the only one with some many docs whereas others walked in with few sheets, go figure !).
Anyway, everything went well! Please let me know if any of you have questions and good luck to all. Hope none of us have to get stuck in the PIMS mess. Also, the PIMS process seems to have been cleaned up. Because of large amount of complaints looks like they are clearing it faster and providing the decision back to consulates much faster.
Adios.
I had appeared for my visa stamping (9th year extension). It went fine. I'd used these forums to collect all the needed info so thanks to everyone ! I was little nervous but had no choice because my company had sent me for a business trip. At the consulate, security was very good. They even had places to leave your belongings. I saw people come in with cellphones, keys etc and they were check them in the security. Once through the security initial check ups took place where they put the needed documents in a file.
- At this point the person checking my docs marked red on the section where I had marked that my sibling was permanent resident.
- went to the first window where the officer checked for PIMS and wrote "no PIMS" (again in red) on my ds156 form. He asked couple of questions about where I work and then the finger print formality.
- waited for a while and finally I was called for the interview. The VO asked about my job, degree and what my role was at the company. I work for very large fortune 500 company and our division in Germany is well known.
- She left couple of times to check my PIMS records and finally told me that your visa will be approved and sent in 3-5 business days. That's how they do it consulates in Germany. You are not allowed to come and collect the passports.
- But, then she again checked my degree (EE) and mentioned that they may have to do some additional processing and will get back to me.
- But, she kept the passport and other docs so I was confident that it is only for PIMS verification. After 3 days I got back my passport with stamping. I provided all the answers with confidence and very legibly.
We just have to do what we have to do and leave the rest to whatever happens. I'd prepared everything before my trip in case I've go to India and get stamped (I'm getting tired of these long and stressful procedures, I was the only one with some many docs whereas others walked in with few sheets, go figure !).
Anyway, everything went well! Please let me know if any of you have questions and good luck to all. Hope none of us have to get stuck in the PIMS mess. Also, the PIMS process seems to have been cleaned up. Because of large amount of complaints looks like they are clearing it faster and providing the decision back to consulates much faster.
Adios.
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langagadu
07-28 10:45 PM
BTW Murthy is not he.
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PresidentO
02-03 01:50 AM
Are you serious? I must be a super expert on taxes because I have always done it on paper using a calculator for the last 14 years and counting. Just spend an hour reading the instructions and you're done. Have a question, call the IRS. Unlike other government agencies (cough.. USCIS cough..) the agents at the other end of the line are actually helpful and responsive.
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Well, Not every one is as patient as you are in reading the instructions and if needed a friendly manual or dialing 800 829 1040. The feeling is mutual about the IRS helpline folks.
The OP seemed very confused and thats why I suggested not to fill in on paper by hand.
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Well, Not every one is as patient as you are in reading the instructions and if needed a friendly manual or dialing 800 829 1040. The feeling is mutual about the IRS helpline folks.
The OP seemed very confused and thats why I suggested not to fill in on paper by hand.
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BECsufferer
10-20 06:09 PM
Folks!
Like me all July filers would get off the H1-B hook come this Jan. I am assuming everybody would use newly gained freedom of EAD to switch employer or jobs. So far, not many employers like to get involved in H1 hassels ( espcialy in midwest), so recruiters had good business by hiring engineers at low rate and syphoning off majority share of the pay check.
But now, with 180 days (less than 75 days) limit over, all EAD holders are free to switch employers of jobs ( I know in same or similar capacity ... but that's not the point). The point is what would be the effect on current business contracting companies have? What would be the effect of EAD on their cost models and consistent revenues?
Not saying they would cease to exsist, as H1B's would still need them. But isn't new and bold demands from engineers like me going to affect their margins? ...What do you think?
Like me all July filers would get off the H1-B hook come this Jan. I am assuming everybody would use newly gained freedom of EAD to switch employer or jobs. So far, not many employers like to get involved in H1 hassels ( espcialy in midwest), so recruiters had good business by hiring engineers at low rate and syphoning off majority share of the pay check.
But now, with 180 days (less than 75 days) limit over, all EAD holders are free to switch employers of jobs ( I know in same or similar capacity ... but that's not the point). The point is what would be the effect on current business contracting companies have? What would be the effect of EAD on their cost models and consistent revenues?
Not saying they would cease to exsist, as H1B's would still need them. But isn't new and bold demands from engineers like me going to affect their margins? ...What do you think?
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sledge_hammer
07-01 09:10 AM
Hello all,
I need clarifications on how to answer certain questions in the I-134 form. Can someone here please help?
__________________________________________________ _______________
2. I am __ years of age and have resided in the United States since (date) ______
Do I enter the date I first landed in the US, or the most recent landing?
__________________________________________________ _______________
3. Name of spouse and children accompanying or following to join person:
I am sponsoring my mother and father. Do I name them here? Or should I have separate I-134 forms for each parent and leave "Name of spouse" above blank?
__________________________________________________ _______________
7. I am employed as or engaged in the business of _______ with _______
Should I enter my company's business type in the first blank and name of the company in the second blank?____________________________________________ ______ _______________
8. The following persons are dependent on me for support:
My wife and I file our tax as married/joint, and we do not claim each other as dependents. Should I leave the above item blank? Do I leave this blank?
__________________________________________________ _______________
9. I have previously submitted affidavit(s) of support for the following person(s). If none, state none.
I had sponsored my wife's H4 when she came to the US 2 years ago. I'm not sure if I did I-134. Do generally people file this during H4 sponsorship?
__________________________________________________ _______________
10. I have submitted a visa petition(s) to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) on behalf of the......Date Submitted?
I had of course sponsored my wife's H4. For date submitted, what date should I use?
__________________________________________________ _______________
11. I xIntend xdo not intend to make specific contributions to the support of the person(s) named in item 3
What should I enter here?
__________________________________________________ _______________
Thanks in advance!
I need clarifications on how to answer certain questions in the I-134 form. Can someone here please help?
__________________________________________________ _______________
2. I am __ years of age and have resided in the United States since (date) ______
Do I enter the date I first landed in the US, or the most recent landing?
__________________________________________________ _______________
3. Name of spouse and children accompanying or following to join person:
I am sponsoring my mother and father. Do I name them here? Or should I have separate I-134 forms for each parent and leave "Name of spouse" above blank?
__________________________________________________ _______________
7. I am employed as or engaged in the business of _______ with _______
Should I enter my company's business type in the first blank and name of the company in the second blank?____________________________________________ ______ _______________
8. The following persons are dependent on me for support:
My wife and I file our tax as married/joint, and we do not claim each other as dependents. Should I leave the above item blank? Do I leave this blank?
__________________________________________________ _______________
9. I have previously submitted affidavit(s) of support for the following person(s). If none, state none.
I had sponsored my wife's H4 when she came to the US 2 years ago. I'm not sure if I did I-134. Do generally people file this during H4 sponsorship?
__________________________________________________ _______________
10. I have submitted a visa petition(s) to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) on behalf of the......Date Submitted?
I had of course sponsored my wife's H4. For date submitted, what date should I use?
__________________________________________________ _______________
11. I xIntend xdo not intend to make specific contributions to the support of the person(s) named in item 3
What should I enter here?
__________________________________________________ _______________
Thanks in advance!
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GotGC??
04-18 08:08 PM
I'm sure the members from the anti-immigrant groups lurking around here must be full of gratitude for you. Who knows, they may have been searching for details such as these, and all you had to do was dish it out to them.
Who needs enemies when they've got friends like you? :o
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Who needs enemies when they've got friends like you? :o
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eb3_nepa
02-06 12:03 PM
Excellent words Ragz,
However i have found that motivating Desis is like milking a male buffalo (no offence to our fellow desis helping out on Immigration Voice.
There is just too much inertia, plain negativity, fear of being prosecuted etc. Besides WAYYY too many ppl like to sit on the fence and wait it out, see which way things swing and then take action at the last minute.
Also this might be a good time to mention community support. The Illegals, to the best of my knowledge get a good amt of community support. To the extent that even amnesty bills are introduced. Try getting the Local Indian communities to help. Most will give u long talks and suggestions, but Few will open their wallets.
However i have found that motivating Desis is like milking a male buffalo (no offence to our fellow desis helping out on Immigration Voice.
There is just too much inertia, plain negativity, fear of being prosecuted etc. Besides WAYYY too many ppl like to sit on the fence and wait it out, see which way things swing and then take action at the last minute.
Also this might be a good time to mention community support. The Illegals, to the best of my knowledge get a good amt of community support. To the extent that even amnesty bills are introduced. Try getting the Local Indian communities to help. Most will give u long talks and suggestions, but Few will open their wallets.
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vfx
07-09 11:52 AM
Is the 3yr extension based on an approved 140 transferrable to another employer for the full duration of 3 yrs?
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alterego
12-04 07:23 PM
Indeed. 140s are getting a lot of RFEs nowadays and are once again taking nearly a year. It is a brave soul that will avail themselves of the AC21 180 portability provision without an approved 140 petition.
The main points are the following, if you get an RFE and it has anything to do with your employer eg. ability to pay etc, can you count on them to send in that paperwork. If your employer withdraws the 140 application then you are left without a plank to stand on for your 485 as well.
Basically you are on very thin ice if you invoke AC21 absent an approved 140. If you are contemplating such a move, you should atleast consider doing it on a H1b visa as back up.
These are my views, please consult an attorney.
The main points are the following, if you get an RFE and it has anything to do with your employer eg. ability to pay etc, can you count on them to send in that paperwork. If your employer withdraws the 140 application then you are left without a plank to stand on for your 485 as well.
Basically you are on very thin ice if you invoke AC21 absent an approved 140. If you are contemplating such a move, you should atleast consider doing it on a H1b visa as back up.
These are my views, please consult an attorney.
fromnaija
06-27 01:20 PM
I am in a similar situation. My attorney says I could file.
Can i file for I-485 while my H1-B extension petition is pending?
Should i premium process my H1-B petition before i can be ready to file my I-485 in july?
Thanks
sri
Can i file for I-485 while my H1-B extension petition is pending?
Should i premium process my H1-B petition before i can be ready to file my I-485 in july?
Thanks
sri
thakurrajiv
11-03 02:24 PM
Dont you need the FP notice to even enter that building, the guard or the cop standing will not even let you in, if you dont have the FP call for notice.
I never heard of walk-ins :)
gcdreamer is right, you need FP notice. But if your question is if you miss your appointment date and then whether you can walk in another day, then answer is yes. I went to FP 2 weeks ago. A lady next to me, had FP notice dated 3 weeks earlier.The office let her get FP done.I personally did not do this.
I never heard of walk-ins :)
gcdreamer is right, you need FP notice. But if your question is if you miss your appointment date and then whether you can walk in another day, then answer is yes. I went to FP 2 weeks ago. A lady next to me, had FP notice dated 3 weeks earlier.The office let her get FP done.I personally did not do this.
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