Medical and humanitarian emergency traveler, we will expedite processing for those dealing with life threatening emergencies. i dont think bhamas is an option. If god forbidden, by an change my visa got rejected, then what are my options. Applications for minors require a parent or guardian with a valid visa and a birth certificate or adoption decree connecting the applicant to the parent or guardian. Keep your DS-160, i797, passport, photos, ready for inspection before security check. For questions on courier waybills or refunds please reach out directly to your local courier service provider. Can you go to First time H1B Visa stamping in Bahamas ? Submit the petition: You can submit your H1B visa petition by mail or online. If you have no long term status in The Bahamas or Turks and Caicos Islands (e.g. 3. Are you full time on H1? The lady on the phone just told me you can visit Bahamas at your will. Will my F2 visa still be considered to re enter to USA or not. Thanks Meena. By seeking a visa in The Bahamas, you confirm that you understand and accept full and sole responsibility for the outcome of your visa application. I am in the same situation and when emailed to Netherlands US embassy, they said there might be issues regarding very temporary employment in Netherlands, to then go onto the USA. H1B approved, but no stamp, can I travel to bahamas in a cruise? She is supposed to fly coming Friday on 25th September. To be eligible for an H1B visa, workers must have at least a bachelor's degree or the equivalent in their field of work. Your previous content has been restored. I know few of my friends who went to Bahamas for Visa stamping last year. The applicant bears all responsibility for qualifying for a visa. Hi! 2. so change of status stamping between those 2 visas is possible in mexico. Hi Sam, Your L1 and H1 are from same employer? Hi Shaile, if you had been to canada for h1 visa stamping, could you please share it here. Would it be safe for me to have the stamping done in Cannada? The consulate general website mentions that H1B visa holder required documents and puts in a clause at the end : Consular officers in Canada may refuse to issue a visa toH-1B applicants if their education and /or work experience is solely or predominantly from a country other than the U.S. or Canada. Arul/AV : Have either of you got it stamped recently? Pay stubs/pay slips recording salary paid over the last 3-6 months. now my US company wants to transfer me back to USA from Canada on L1B visa. My first H1B visa was stamped in my home country, after which I transferred H1B to another employer. I came to the US on H4 in December and my company applied for change of status (L1B Individual) and it got approved in February. I started out on an F1, then got OPT, then H1-B and throughout this time I have not traveled out of the country. If you have a tip concerning fraud that you wish to share with us, you may contact the Fraud Prevention Unit. Attend the interview with all required documentation. Note: The Department of State is committed to facilitating legitimate travel to the United States for both immigrant and nonimmigrant travellers. Thankyou. I already was in approved H1B earlier which was approved till July 2016 but never went to stamp / out of USA. My question is if I get 221G just in case, will the embassy keeps my passport until it gets clear. We will treat you as an individual and your case as unique. My attorney says that it is a risk to go or stamping in Canada. F1- Students must submit their valid I-20 form back and front. Original or copy of notice of approval form I-797. Entire process from entering building to exit took 15-20 minutes. Different consulates have different policies on TCNs (Third Country Nationals). Please suggest Place to go for stamping and time duration if any implies on the stamping process. Next option is for Canada, see it is risky in Canada if you do not have US education or experience in US as they clearly mention on consulate site of Canada. Anyway, please share the email so that I can get it in writing as well. so can i go to canada directly to get h1 stamping and collect the PR card (both at the same time). Expert please do share your comments and thoughts. NIE and additional documents requested in India now also seem to make the process less predictable. Incessantly pinging the scheduling app to find earlier dates. Box N-8197 I haven't gone for Visa Stamp after transferring my visa to current employer. H-1B Visa Stamping : The Only Guide You Need - Herman Legal Group A spouse or dependent children may apply with the principal visa holder if the principal meets the criteria above. My question is, can we get my first H1B and his H4 stamped at the same time from Toronto Canada in one trip? People used to be able to get change of visa stamped before( I got my first H1B in Mexico too), but NOT now. Renewals for petition-based F1, H1B, J1, L1, M1, O1, P1, P2, P3, and R1, Renewals for petition-based F2, H4, L2, M2, O2, O3, P4, and R2, Initial (first time) petition-based applications, Applicants who entered the U.S. with a visa issued in their home country and changed status with the Department of HomelandSecurity in the U.S., i.e., seek a new visa in the new visa category, Applicants who entered the U.S. in one visa category and are seeking to re-enter the U.S. in a different visa category, Applicants who have been out of status in the U.S. having violated the terms of their visas or having overstayed the validity indicated on their I-94s, Original or copy of the Notice of Approval, Form I-797, Pay stubs/pay slips recording salary paid over the last 3-6 months. Many thanks ! What precaution I need to take while traveling to Mexico for H4 to F1 stamping? Would I then qualify to go to either Bahamas, Mexico and Canada or can I just go to Canada (as is the case for first time stampees)? The approval notice says consulate location as my home country however I am living/working in a third country. I do not want to go to India, as I may get stuck up in India with 221G or administrative processing!! No. (If previously under J-1 in US) any applicable waiver of 2 year residence rule. Based on this article I understand that Mexico and Canada are not the rt option for me. If you are traveling to the United States with a nonimmigrant visa, and are taking a short trip(s) to Canada and Mexico, review the Automatic Revalidation webpage. Appreciate your quick and fruitful answers. However, if the attorney has suggested otherwise, then you can follow their advice. The visa stamp is expiring on January 12th 2019, however I have an approved I797 up to 2021. So this is a very very specific scenario. and after that I plan to Maldives next week. You must also provide it in color, in a JPEG format. Call+1 703-831-3448 if in the United States. A final decision as to whether an interpreter is needed will be made by consular staff at time of the interview. We are planning a cruise trip to Bahamas in Dec. Has anybody travelled with an expired stamped H1B visa but approved petition and valid I-94 to Bahamas? My case is a bit different. Ideally, you should go to home country. Proof of dependents relationship to the primary applicant(must be original or certified copy-if english translation, must be a certified translation. Proof of the organizations tax exempt status. Applicants who entered the U.S. with a visa issued in their home country and changed status with the Department of Homeland Security in the U.S. who seek a new visa in the new visa category. Same documents listed above for O-1 as well as proof of dependents relationship to the primary applicant (must be original or certified copy. You can keep working in US and do a Change of status without getting visa stamping done as long as you do not leave the country and try to re-enter. Your previous content has been restored. My H1 got approved under Consular Processing this year. Can you go to First time H1B visa stamping in Canada ? Pay stubs/pay slips recording salary paid over the last 3-6 months. If you have Canada PR that is a legitimate reason to go there and do stamping as they asked me that question at the entrance of consulate. I may be planning month end or early August. Successful applicants for work related visas should expect that it will take at least 7 to 10 business days for a visa to be issued, depending on processing time required. sevuganh, June 19, 2014 in H1B : Visa Stamp. We will provide information on non-immigrant appointment waiting times at every Embassy and Consulate posted on. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. The officer at the counter said Your visa is approved and kept her passport. The DS-160 is a U.S. Government form found, Schedule an interview and pay the application fee on the centralized scheduling. Form DS-160 for H1B Visa Application. I would like to go for visa stamping in Dominican Republic for my H1b extension stamping . Can I get the visa stamping done in mexico/canada itself. I attended stamping interview@KL,malaysia..VO issued yellow slip..wait for us to contact you..no interview required.. The Consular Section of the U.S. Embassy in Nassau is responsible for providing visa services to those seeking to enter the United States for a temporary period and for those wishing to take up indefinite or permanent residence in the United States. Some applicants may simply be ineligible. I work at client site (EVC model). Should you be approved for a visa , U.S. Embassy Nassau is not responsible for courier distribution outside the Consular Jurisdictions of The Bahamas and The Turks & Caicos Islands. The applicant bears all responsibility for qualifying for a visa. I have a question, what was the lead time to get back your passport(s) after your interview? The service for the renewal or stamping of non-immigrant visas including H1B, which was in place until 2004, will be resumed on a pilot basis later in 2023. The Consular Section does not offer assistance with the application website or interview scheduling. If you are Permanent/Temporary resident of Canada, you are still resident of Canada and you can go for stamping at your country of residence(Canada) or home country. I am on H1B visa , can I book my visa appointment dates in 2 countries for safe side? He did his masters from India and PhD from France. I am yet to book slot for H1B interview. or do i have to file something like I-824 to request change of the consulate location? We promise to you, the visa applicant, that: At the same time, we expect you, the visa applicant, to: The Fraud Prevention Unit, because of the nature of anti-fraud work, is not open to the public. Successful H1 Stamping At Bahamas 01-11-2007, 03:36 PM A bit of background: I was on H4 ( dependent VISA) in the US i had my H1 approval notice w/o the I-94 stub since it was applied while i was in India I had to get my H1 VISA stamped outside the US Where I stayed: The Towne hotel - except for the state-of-the-art bathroom- ) , Additionally, nationals of some countries may be required to pay a supplemental application fee. Letter from the organization describing the nature of the employment and length of intended stay in the U.S. Contract between religious organization and applicant. My H1B has not been stamped yet. COMPLETE guide to H1B Change of Status Visa Stamping [2022] Hi, Im working in Canada(work permit) and my H1B got approved last year. I have done masters degree in USA so I was in US before on F1. Can someone tell me were to start to go for stamping in canada, Like which embassy..? I have booked my first H1b stamping in Toronto(Dec 2021). Petition-based F1, H1B, J1, L1, M1, O1, P1, P2, P3, and R1. They watched from inside and told me not to do that and park and get down in some other street as I was blocking traffic by doing that. But, just checking anybody had recent experience on such case. Can I go to Toronto consulate for stamping? Bahamas has restrictions for H1B Stamping and following condition is given on. Ive a bit complicated case and wish to know what you think: 1) Came to US on L1B in 2004 2) COS from L1B to H1B in 2007 and been working in EVC model since 3) Got H1B stamped in Mexico in 2008 4) 2 Extensions applied and approved till Sep-2013 (needless to say, I140 approved and I485 applied) 5) Applied extension prior to Sep-2013, but changed client in Nov-2013 6) RFE in Jan-2014, responded by Apr-2014 and simultaneously applied for new petition in Apr-2014 for consular processing (all due to client change) 7) In a period of authorized stay since Sep-2013. Any visitor refusing to submit to security screening shall be prohibited from entering. either canada or mexico are ur options. I heard that people from Biology background need additional security clearance. Hi Mahima, i am in the same situation . in oct 2014 valid till 2017and my wife (H4 ) is going for stamping in india in feb . To apply for a visa to travel to the United States: In preparation for the interview, applicants must collect the appropriate documentation related to the purpose of travel. We were in France for 5 years and then relocated to Netherlands. I was on F2 status and recently applied for change of status to F1 which by gods grace got approved. There is no rules as of now like Mexico. You will also need a visa to enter the Bahamas and you should contact the embassy to make arrangements before you go. Your F1 status expired as soon as your G1 got approved spirit_freeza 2 yr. ago me almost in the same situation. My husband has his MS from US, got his H1B last October and needs to go for first time stamping. H1B worker with an expired visa visits the US embassy in Canada or Mexico to get a new H1B visa stamp. I live in NY and I am on my F1. In case if my application got selected would it be any problem for me to leave the country and come back after H1b stamping. Thanks for posting such details. First, your employer must file a new I-129 petition, along with applicable fees and supporting documents. The reality is, there is no rule or any condition written anywhere just like on US Mexico Consulate website on US Canadian Consulate general website. How many people got f1 to H1 visa stamping in Canada or Mexico ? Any suggestion would be helpful. Copy of the I-129 Petition completed by sponsor and filed with DHS. You are eligible for dropbox facility in India until Sep 30, 2016. Fees for State Department services occasionally change but you can check for the most current schedule of fees. 4. Hi Sazoh, could you please share your h1 visa stamping process if you had been to canada. No worries. Thanks for the response! FYI : I got a similar case here too. 2. There is only thing in their response that's bothering me -. F1 to H1B first time change of status stamping in Mexico With the Latest New H1B visa request rules of the 2011 standard, getting an H1B endorsement notice from USCIS is one obstacle and afterward getting an H1B visa stepping is another huge obstacle. P.O. First time H1B and H4 visa application from home country/foreign country URGENT. You will need to carry all documents related to studying in US and supporting your education, including financial documents. so can i go to canada directly to get h1 stamping and collect the PR card (both at the same time). Special Needs Visitors:Applicants may bringONEperson to assist them if they are over 80 years of age, are a minor child, or are disabled and require assistance to complete the application process. First time, non-resident applicants are requested to apply for these visas in their home countries. A legitimate need includes travel for urgent medical care, death or serious illness of a family member, or study in the United States. Even i noticed he gave yellow slip to next applicant next to me, Whether anybody got approved after this VO(Bald Head & Left Eye Blind(white puple) gave yellow slips from KL, Malaysia. H1: Temporary Worker of Distinguished Merit and Ability, H4: We only accept Spouse/Child of H1 applicants, L1: Inter-Company Transferee(executive, manager). F1 to H1B first time change of status stamping in Mexico If you want your passport delivered to a Family Island you will need to purchase and bring a DHL, FedEx, or GWS courier label to the interview. You cannot paste images directly. I am hearing people saying that I need to go India to do stamping as I did education there. or should i go India first to get H1b stamping and then canada to get PR card? Please do share your experience as first time stamper. I wanted to go to canada for stamping. Now, I'd like to go for renewal again to Bahamas. Personally, Bahamas seems promising as I have not heard any issues. Nonimmigrant Visas - U.S. Embassy in The Bahamas Same documents listed above for O-1 as well as proof of dependents relationship to the primary applicant (must be original or certified copy if English translation, must be a certified translation). H1B extension stamping in Bahamas H1B extension stamping in Bahamas By KI250280, August 11, 2021 in H1B : Visa Stamp Followers 1 Reply to this topic Start new topic KI250280 Members 4 Posted August 11, 2021 Hi, I have been trying to book Dropbox appointment in india and they are always unavailable. Staying in usa with valid i94 as visa is expired. So does this qualify me in this case to go to Bahamas for Visa Stamping? Currently I m on my 3rd H1b visa. A full list of U.S. Embassy websites can be found athttp://usembassy.state.gov. You dont need to go out of country as per my experience but if the approval requested to do so then it is as per the I797. If additional processing is required, wait times may be considerably longer. All expedited appointment requests are processed through the regular appointment scheduling website. should i fill Yes /no. Also, i have undergrad and masters education in Biotech, my US Masters was in Molecular Biology. Now, I'd like to go for renewal again to Bahamas. Hi all, . Clear editor. Calculate the filing fee: The filing fee for an H1B visa petition is $460. Thank you. The following items are prohibited inside the U.S. Embassy and we have no storage facilities for them, so please leave them at your home, your hotel, or in your vehicle: This list is not all-inclusive. Is it safe? Copy of the I-129 petition completed by employer and filed with D.H.S. Can anyone let me know your recent experience with Bahamas H1B stamping - if you changed your employer and havevisa stamped in home country with previous employer? Original or copy of notice of approval formI-797. Have Bachelors degree. Does anyone recently done F1 stamping from Mexico? But first, a new I-129 petition with applicable fees and required documents showing . Please let me know. Dont pull over your taxi/car opposite/in front of the US consulate sussex drive in Ottawa. Backpacks, bags, luggage, or large purses (purses 12 x 10 x 6 in. You will need to establish that you meet the requirements under U.S. law to receive the visa category for which you are applying. you are a visitor and not an immigrant, refugee, student or worker),the best place to apply for a visa is in your home country. All posts are moderated, so it will take time for your post to appear! Should I go to India to get H1b stamping done or Can I do it in Canada itself? For foreign citizens who want to live permanently in the United States. H-1 visa stamping appointment : h1b - Reddit We got H1B Visa stamping (H4 for family) on 2019 with "employer A" with validity till 25-June-2022, but in 2021-May, we have transferred our H1B/H4 Visa's to "employer B" and got approved I-797's till read more Followers 0. Few points to remember: carry originals of degree etc Dont go too early, or late, they will ask you to go and come back if you are too early, so go exactly 15 min before appointment (especially in winter brrr). I have completed my one semester and now for spring want to change my visa status to F1 so I can be eligible for assistantship. The H1B visa is a non-immigrant visa that allows US employers to temporarily employ foreign workers in specialty occupations. You can go to any consulate for stamping. Student, we will make every effort to ensure that you get an appointment and, if qualified, a visa in time to start classes. The decision to grant an expedited appointment is made on a case-by-case basis. One went for F1 to H1B visa and other for L1 to H1B visa. However, there was another person in front of me from India and she also had first H1 whereas she also was travelling from US for stamping ( i guess from OPT/F1/H4/L1) and she got it approved as well. The future employer (from US) is suggesting us to apply Visa from India inorder to avoid extra auditing. My spouse who is the primary recently had COS from L1 to H1B. you are a visitor and not an immigrant, refugee, student or worker), the best place to apply for a visa is in your home country. I did send one found on their website([email protected]) but I was told this is only for technical queries. Will there be any other issues regarding my wifes visa status(F1 currently). should i fill Yes /no. Sorry couldnt reply earlier. Direct Employer-employee relationship no client/vendor involved. There is no pre-screening, interim visa or expedited processing. When your H-1B nonimmigrant visa expiration date is near, you need to be prepared to renew your visa and re-stamp it. I am currently in US persuing masters (1st Semester). Latest Update: H1B and L1 Visa Renewal to Restart in USA Later This Year Thank you in advance !! L lalalala Registered Users (C) Dec 27, 2006 #3 If you hold a passport from a country besides The Bahamas or Turks and Caicos Islands be sure to check the website of the U.S. Embassy in that country for visa information specific to your nationality. Read this notice or go to Nassau US Consulate website. I mentioned my case but she was not clear enough to spell out that you are eligible to visit. The primary applicants documents listed above as well as,Proof of dependents relationship to main applicant, (must be original or certified copy if English translation, must be a certified translation). Evidence of qualifications, must be original or certified copy. Applications can be made by first time homeowners for stamp duty exemptions on their Conveyance and Mortgage Instruments relative to the acquisition of their first time dwelling home. Please advice . reading time: 5 minutes Never went outside US for H1B stamping, recently i took a fulltime job with a large sized global company, thinking of going to India for stamping now, how shud i prepare? We are here in Netherlands with long stay Visa (more than three months). You can read the details below. I checked with my companys immigration team, as per them, its ok to get stamping in Canada (I have all my education in India and m leaving in US since 2011). What are the possibilities for approval and if they deny do I need to go for F1 visa stamp since I entered US on F1 visa in 2016 which is 5 year validity and as of now its more than 5 years ? H1B visa stamping in Canada - H1B Visa - RedBus2US Community Learn more about quality higher-education opportunities in the U.S. that you will not find anywhere else in the world. Now we are thinking to get stamping done. More information below. We recently moved to Canada as PRs. Access to the Embassy is limitedand generally only applicants are permitted to enter and be present during visa interviews. Thank you so much! My wife and daughter are in H4. But in the evening she got an email asking for a scanned copy of Marriage Certificate. There is no rules as of now like Mexico. H1B Visa Stamping Experiences & What to Expect - Stilt Blog My current appointment is booked at Toronto next month. I am on H4 visa just like your wife. All posts are moderated, so it will take time for your post to appear! RedBus2US.com 2010 - 2023, All Rights Reserved. TCN Applicants residing in the United States, seeking to renew their visa in any category except B1/2 (tourist/business) or H-2 (temporary or seasonal workers). Hi All, Just a note, contacted Bahamas US Embassy, they do only renewals, no first time Visa changes. Yes. Then VO cancelled my previous L1b/L2 and said youre Visa is approved and tracking info is in this sheet, and collect passport from courier. Here is exactly what it says in immigration website of Tijuana. by Oct 31st and transfer was with regular process. Consular Services Please suggest where to go? Please update this thread with stamping experience in Bahamas. Third country nationals are applicants who do not hold Bahamian or Turks and Caicos Islander nationality. few of my friends got back their passport and few of them didnt. U.S. visitors to Bahamas. It is a caution to someone who did not study in US or work in US to avoid if you can. Current employment letter indicating the nature of work, duration and salary. Educational Documents and/or letters from previous employers documenting work experience. nile0994, March 4, 2018 in H1B : Visa Stamp. Preferred Bahamas due to proximity. I am wondering if I should go to Bahamas for f1 to H1 visa stamping. You should always double check with your employer and attorney to confirm. They have revoked and sent my petition to USCIS and they told that they cannot process my application since am foreign national. I would suggest calling US consulate in Netherlands and check w/ them. After scanning photos, passport/i797 and fingerprinting sent to interview booth. Call center hours are from 9:00 A.M.- 5:00 P.M. Monday through Friday. The F1 was changed to H1 status by Oct16 and as the employer doesnt had a project, i changed employer and now i am on job. Can I go to Canada for visa stamping so that my status gets changed ? Information on fees can be found on the application website. So I dont know what your case is. Hi saurabh, I was on F1 last year and got H1b approved in general and got Changed my status to H1b from Oct1st2016. E-mail: [email protected] Location:The Consular Sectionis located on the ground floor of the Embassy building at 42 Queen Street in Nassau, just off Marlborough Street. I am trying this because in India stamping appointment date is available only after 4 months. If previously under J-1 in U.S., any applicable waiver of the 2 year foreign residence rule. Are there any other options available ? By Please share your experience/advice. Much appreciated again for sharing your experience and details. Display as a link instead, No need to go to India. The Bahamas [email protected] [email protected] Phone: (242) 327-1530/7 or 702-1500 Fax: (242) 327-1618 or 327-1620. Proof of membership in the religious organization. Mail: Consular Section, ATTN:Fraud Prevention Unit Bahamas Cruise with extended H1B visa but no stamping My company says mine is l2 to l1 conversion. BUT h1-B extension/revalidation stamping is permitted. I am currently renewing my H1B visa. Below are the high-level process steps for H1B Visa Stamping: Complete DS-160 form - Online Non-Immigrant Visa application form Pay the US Visa Application Fee of $190 USD online or at a Bank Book US Visa appointments for Biometrics and in-Peron interview Attend Biometrics and Visa Interview Since . I came to US on B2( on visa stamp on my passport) and transferred to F1 under associate degree, got OPT, couldnt find a job, took admission in University for a BA, finished BA got OPT and couldnt find a job again, took admission in another university for MBA, finished MBA, got OPT got job( FINALLY), applied for h1 , got denied after RFE, again applied to a university that offered CPT and applied for h1, which finally got approved in 2015.
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