Why is my H1B visa application not approved?
The premium does not increase the chance of H1B visa approval as premium processing is for an employer who wants to have the H1B petition adjudication to be done within 15 calendar Other relatives who are currently residing in the U.S. Another reason might be the recession or unemployment for the USA citizens itself.
Can a H1B visa be extended after 4 years?
H1B has a maximum period of 6 years, and this includes any time spent in the U.S. under L1 visa. Therefore, if the applicant has already spent 4 years in the U.S. under L1, he/she will only get 2 year H1B, as opposed to 3 year + 3 year extension. The only way to extend his/her H1B will be to file for green card application soon. Conclusion:
When do H1B visa holders get a grace period?
As per regulation that came into effect in Jan 2017, H1B Visa holders can get a grace period of 60 days to find another job or change visa status, if their employment on H1B visa is terminated due to layoff or other unforeseen reasons, before the end of their H1B petition validity.
How long can I work if my H1b is pending?
Alternatively, if your H1B petition decision is pending with USCIS for 240 days, from the date of expiry of your previous petition or I-94, you can continue to work for up to 240 days.
The premium does not increase the chance of H1B visa approval as premium processing is for an employer who wants to have the H1B petition adjudication to be done within 15 calendar Other relatives who are currently residing in the U.S. Another reason might be the recession or unemployment for the USA citizens itself.
How long does it take to get a H1B visa?
USCIS processing times for H1B visa petitions can sometimes get very long and some H1B holders may end up in situations, where they hit the 240 days mark and not sure, if they can work or not. As the H1B premium Processing is suspended until Feb 2019, many H1B holders are in similar situations with the delays in processing times.
Alternatively, if your H1B petition decision is pending with USCIS for 240 days, from the date of expiry of your previous petition or I-94, you can continue to work for up to 240 days.
What to do after your H-1B petition is approved?
If your H-1B petition has been approved for consular notification, then you will not receive an I-94 card at the bottom of your H-1B I-797 approval notice. You will need to apply for a visa stamp at a U.S. Consulate or Embassy abroad before your H-1B status can be ‘activated”.