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Viz2007

12-09 02:40 AM

Hi everybody,

I am in pretty awkward situation. i have got my H1b Stamped in august 2008. Did not go to US because of the bad market situation and opted for woking in India. Now my current indian comapny wants me to travel to US on business visa( i have got B1 stamped in 2004 for 10 years) for 1-2 weeks.

Now i want to know , if i have both the visa stamped( H1b & B1), can i travel to US on business visa without affetcing my H1B visa because i am planning to go US whenever i hear that market is improving.
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designserve

03-03 04:08 PM

I believe working on 1099 is allowed when you have the full time work on H1B going.

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05-15 12:04 PM

Silverlight is the latest version of software.there are facing me some problem to use this like that,Seems like xml is not feeding in. Any pointers or suggested resources would be much helpful.

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pani_6

07-23 07:49 PM

I am applying to renew my EAD and looking at the paper Application on page 7 I see that if you are C9 which all of us are mostly..we need not file an application fee..
Is it true..
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waitnwatch

04-21 02:40 PM

Approaching a senator is always okay. You don't have to prove that you are a taxpayer to get a senator's help. It may or may not help but it definitely is still worth a try. Note that if the senator provides some help and the wife and child visits for graduation day the visa status applications should most probably be for B1's (visitors).

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solaris27

08-11 06:13 PM

anyone

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Macaca

10-14 09:54 AM

Nativism In the House: A Report on the House Immigration Reform Caucus (http://www.buildingdemocracy.org/Nativism_In_the_House/A_Report_on_the_HIRC/Nativism_In_the_House%3A_A_Report_on_the_House_Imm igration_Reform_Caucus_200710091083/), 09 October 2007
New Report Analyzes the Immigration Reform Caucus' Role in Derailing True Immigration Reform (http://www.huffingtonpost.com/marisa-trevi/new-report-analyzes-the-i_b_68035.html) By Marisa Trevi�o, October 11, 2007

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sam_hoosier

07-19 02:14 PM

No issues, since her H1B is independent of your I-485. As long as she was in her old job/the job mentioned on her G-325 on the day you filed your app. you should be okay.

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siddar

08-27 12:57 PM

Schedule an INFOPASS appointment and then request for the finger printing.

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11-10 01:20 PM

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glen

04-14 07:04 AM

:) IV goes international !!!

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snathan

12-10 01:05 PM

hello! i overstayed my visa by several years, left , and was able to get a new tourist visa and enter the u.s.
after leaving the u.s, on return,i was denied enterance, removed and banned for 5 years. my boyfriend lives in u.s, he's a citizen. is a fiance visa helpful to allow me in until we get married? is there even a chance? or do we need to marry outside of the u.s in this case? thank you!

You are banned for 5 years.

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04-01 12:43 AM

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sukhwinderd

12-10 10:23 AM

lawmakers are so anxious to legalize illegals. they will bring seperate bill to legalize parents.

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ivar

11-17 10:22 AM

Dear friends,

I was just checking my H1b extension status and it seems that it got approved (3 weeks time). while looking for my H1b extension status i happen to find the link below,

USCIS: National Processing Volumes and Trends (http://dashboard.uscis.gov/)

It gives the processing trends by month based on trends or volume of application processed. This dashboard is for all applications forms submitted to USCIS, you can select form type, office and chart type. Data can also be downloaded in CSV raw format for analysis.

My appologies if you guys already knew about this.

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Blog Feeds

05-02 04:20 PM

President Obama has selected three foreign-born scholars to serve on his Council of Advisors on Science and Technology (PCAST). The first of the three immigrants on PCAST is Mario Molina. Professor Molina, a Mexican native, is the winner of the 1995 Nobel Prize in Chemistry. It was awarded based on his discovering the threat posed by CFCs to the ozone layer. Professor Molina is a member of the Chemistry and Biochemistry faculty at the University of California, San Diego and the Center for Atmospheric Sciences at the Scripps Institution of Oceanography. He is also the Director of the Mario Molina...

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07-11 11:48 AM

My entry, thought it'd be fun to have a go.

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GCwaitforever

07-03 07:32 AM

Please write to the ombudsman. See the report thread for e-mail.

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Blog Feeds

01-24 07:50 AM

A fat report and one with some helpful recommendations and statistics. Here are some of the more interesting items I found - - Of the top 150 H-1B employers, 24 were deemed H-1B dependent (a high percentage of workers on the H-1B) and 9 had prior H-1B violations. - Real earnings growth for US workers in occupations with proportionately more H-1B workers - particularly IT - was actually much stronger than the general US worker. - Engineers and IT professionals on H-1Bs were more than twice as likely as their US counterparts to have advanced degrees. - The proportion of...

More... (http://blogs.ilw.com/gregsiskind/2011/01/government-accountability-office-releases-report-on-h-1b-program.html)

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fromnaija

12-09 04:25 PM

If you have only one copy ICE officer will make a copy at the port of entry and give you the original. If you have two copies, ICE will take one and give you the other.

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danila

07-06 08:30 AM

It looks like there was one yesterday, http://www..com/discuss/485eb/16035847/

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07-22 04:10 AM

While there are some politicians genuinely concerned about the subject of immigration who are backing anti-immigration laws because they believe in the cause, there are many more who have jumped on the anti-immigration bandwagon to score political points (John McCain - I'm talking to you). I wonder if politicians in small towns that don't have a lot of fat in their budgets are going to re-evaluate the costs and benefits when they have to explain to constituents why they have to pay hefty fees to plaintiffs in lawsuits like this one in a small town in Nebraska. Sure Sheriff Joe...

More... (http://blogs.ilw.com/gregsiskind/2010/07/aclu-sues-fremont-nebraska-over-antiimmigrant-ordinance.html)

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suryamnb

11-13 01:57 PM

Hi Friends,

I have a 4 yr Bachelors degree (B.Tech) in IT from India and also have MS in Computer & Network Engineering from UK.

Now my question is since most of the UK universities offer MS for 14-15 months, can I quailify for EB2 Categoy?

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alok97

03-03 09:38 PM

Hi, Last year, I heard about a new rule that says that H4 time will not be counted against H1 time so basically, if someone is transferring from H4 to H1, the time spent in H4 will be excluded while deciding the duration of H1.
Is this rule true ? I mean, has it become a law now ? Did somebody use this rule to grab the time spent in H4.
Please let me know.

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gcstruggle

11-07 01:09 PM

Yes I received my FP for 11/23/07 also. I assume they would be open!

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GCwaitforever

04-25 01:04 PM

There is so much dysfunction in USCIS. See the complaint to investigate this problem. There are folks sitting from 2001/2002 and USCIS does not bother about their petitions.

http://immigrationvoice.org/forum/showpost.php?p=242770&postcount=44

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04-21 11:34 AM

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truthinspector

12-11 10:07 PM

Does anyone have the latest on labor substitution? I am being offered a pre-approved labor. I will have to switch to a not so good employer for the same. I want to know if there are known rumors at this moment about cancellation of pre-approved labor.
Any advice would be highly appreciated.

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07-16 06:46 AM

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barath_india

02-07 02:19 PM

It depends upon your luck with AP. Because you never know when they will be approving your AP and in case it is lost in Mail (it happens to lot of people) and you need to re-apply with fees again. This is very tricky....... You may get it in few weeks or few months or never. Not to discourage you, it really how lucky you are. All the best. I always will file 3-4 months in advance.

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Jipjap74

03-18 11:40 AM

I applied for the I-140 and I-485 at the same time last October 9th 2009. I was requested an RFE in February of 2010 which they received back in March before the deadline. The RFE was looking for some basic info. I am still awaiting a response to the RFE or approval of the I-140. My job is currently going through tough times and there are rumors I will be laid of on April 30th. My question is that after April 9th(180 days after i filled I-140 and I-485) can i move jobs to a similar role before my I-140 is approved and if so what do i need to do.
Thanks
Dave

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gk_2000

05-01 02:46 AM

Thank you supes.. may Batman, Spiderman, lizardman, ordinary man, every man follow your suit and keep immigration in front page :-)

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sen_raju

07-23 01:17 AM

I read this article and came to know about immigration voice. Guys u r doing gr8 work. I will be contibuting today itself.
Keep up the good work!!!!!!

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hari-patti

08-01 09:15 AM

Hi
I just got off infopass appt. after talking to someone in USCIS serv center.
was told that the case is in the examination section. He did not give me any details as he said thats all what he sees on the screen.

any one tell me what that means and how long could it before they will adjudicate?
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gregspirited

02-22 03:45 PM

Below is my current GC & H1-B status

1. Have an approved I-140 with my current employer. Waiting to file I-485.
2. Pending H1-B extension petition based on approved I-140


I'm looking to move from engineering to marketing with the same employer. I know I have to refile labor and I-140 and claim the PD based on the already approved I-140. Can I move to marketing from engineering? The job responsibilities are totally different and my current H1-B extension petition is for engineering position only. I need to file for a H1-B amendment based on the new marketing position.

Will i be able to move smoothly within my current company. If not what will be some roadblocks? Any advice or insights is highly appreciated

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03-12 04:48 AM

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ranand00

10-04 09:26 PM

my husband's h1 ext is approved.
my h1 to h4 cos is still pending. If we go to canda for his h1 stamping and my h4 stamping with my h4 filing papers ( i-539) and receipt notice and come back to usa with successfull stampings, how will uscis know that i travelled to a consulate and got h4 stamping done.
Will they still continue to process my h4.
Do i have to inform uscis after I come back to usa of my successful stamping.
what should I expect on my pending case once i come back.
Thanks
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amaran18

08-23 02:07 PM

HI,

How long did it take for the Senator's office to get a response from USCIS after the request to expedite ?

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January 21st, 2005, 08:50 AM

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krn2010

02-23 11:17 AM

I am currently on H1B with a temp status (B1) and in-between jobs. My partner is in the process of becoming a US citizen. He has had his Green Card for years and obtained it through his ex-spouse's job while they were still married. He has been divorced for about a year now and started the citizenship application process a couple of months ago. We are thinking of getting married after he gets his citizenship. My question is: does it matter if we get married before or after he obtains his citizenship? We heard rumors that a previous marriage might be a factor in whether I will be able to obtain a Green Card. Thank you very much in advance for your help!

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roseball

11-16 12:23 AM

Shouldnt be an issue as GC can be for a future job.....For H1 stamping, your current job requirements and title should be same as the requirements/title on your H1 petition/LCA....

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02-19 10:08 AM

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shimul99

10-26 09:53 PM

Online status says my applications were recd on Oct 2/ 2007.

My reciept notices show the right date in August.

Is there any need to worry or notify any one about this?

Please Advice.

Thank you.

Don't worry about the online status. Many people are receiving mismatched time between the receipt and online...

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senk1s

10-16 06:40 PM

Check in the Work/Travel options after 485 sub-forum:

http://immigrationvoice.org/forum/forumdisplay.php?f=77

here is a related thread

http://immigrationvoice.org/forum/showthread.php?t=14515

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smmakani

04-13 08:58 PM

I sent the email using this link

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Alabaman

01-19 01:00 PM

I'd guess around $1,400 (+/- $200)

How to Calculate Unemployment | eHow.com (http://www.ehow.com/how_4464449_calculate-unemployment.html)

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ranand00

07-08 09:57 PM

Hi
My wife is on h1.Her staffing company did not have a project from july 1st.
I applied for her h4 cos on july 7th.
Her company had applied for h1 amendment for change of location in may.status shows pending.
My question- are we safe in applying for h4cos on the basis of old approved h1.does the outcome of amendment h1 even matter, since there is no project anyhow and the person has applied for h4.
Thanks
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voldemar

02-06 09:35 PM

My friend has his I-485 filed and has got EAD/AP, but the priority date is so behind, that he has no chance of getting a green card before his marriage. So, as I understand he should be able to bring his wife on H4 (as long as he maintains H1). My question is: does he have to re-file for I-485 to include his wife and if so will the priority date remain the same as the first application?She needs to file her own I-485 but only when PD become current. She has the same PD as primary applicant.

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ameerka_dream

03-31 08:13 AM

Giving I-485 benefits to people without current PDs is a bad idea.
so what 's good idea to you......putting all of EB applicants who are waiting to file 485 in waiting state until you get your GC is a good idea?

First of all, why are you being worried about this action item being EB1 applicant and you will get your GC in no time...

I don't think you are from EB1 category...You are selfish mind who holds EAD and doesn't want other EB applicants to come in to 485 waiting line.

would you have had the same thought if there was no July 07 fiasco and if you would need to wait in the line........selfish minds like you can't stop this action item.

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02-14 04:37 PM

As per Immigration-law.com - this might become law by June 2007

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09-29 09:43 PM

Any updates if you got it and when? Did you have to call them and request for a new card?

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curiosity_76

08-15 11:50 AM

i remember there are about 40,000 file to TSC on July 2nd, while 35,000 file to NSC. Why no one say something?

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ronhira

07-30 10:18 PM

We need passionate leaders like Rep. Anthony Weiner to take up our cause -

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04-05 05:06 AM

$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$GOOD MORNING GC$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$

Deadline = April 30th, 2011
Goal = 5000 votes on survey (see I-485 filing w/o current PD thread) and momentum to continue with this campaign.The survey is a platform to gather and push for launching action items. Based on response by 04/30/2011 - IV will decide whether to even proceed with initiative or not.
Actions - 1) Vote on survey.
2)Email ivcoordinator@gmail.com with PD, ph#,email & subject "I485 filing impacted�,
3)Print/Circulate Fliers and spread FB, wiki link (see "support thread")

This is a supporting thread to the "Want to File I-485 without Current Priority Date? Gather here" thread started by pappu.

As suggested by pappu/starsun, this supporting thread provides impacted members with additional information and tools to help the initiative.

Visit Immigration Voice Wiki (http://immigrationvoice.org/wiki/index.php/Employment_Based_Green_Card#Process_.28EB1.2C_EB2. 2C_and_EB3.29) - for overview of Employment Based - Green Card process
Visit I485 Filing w/o current PD Wiki (http://immigrationvoice.org/wiki/index.php/Current_Grass-Roots_Initiative_-_I-485_Filing_without_Current_Priority_Date) - for overview of this initiative

As pappu stated in the first post of the above referenced thread - some of the ongoing efforts include finding how many IV members would get benefit from such a provision and get basic details such as username/Priority Date of impacted members. Future action items might include drafting documents and letters to support this provision. There maybe actions such as sending emails etc. However we would not be able to open a public action item unless we can have thousands of our members willing to participate in a grassroots action item. This survey intends to understand the needs of our membership for this provision and collect grassroots information.

The fact is we have a dedicated group of volunteers (and we need more) who have been trying their best to spread the message about this initiative so that a strong grass-roots support can be created leading up to launch of the public action items. So far we have around 1100 people who have responded. Based on quick calculations carried out using PERM data, it is estimated that there are at least 60K-70K EB applicants waiting to file I-485/EAD/AP (this is a very conservative estimate..the actual number could be much more). Grass-roots initiatives require time and patience and we request maximum number of impacted folks to participate actively.
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What can you do to participate?
1) Vote on the poll/survey created by Pappu.

http://immigrationvoice.org/forum/forum14-members-forum/1599353-want-to-file-485-when-pd-is-not-current-gather-here.html

Then please send an email to ivcoordinator@gmail.com (starsun) with subject - "I485 filing without current PD - Impacted Member". Include your a) IV username b) Email address c) Phone #, d) State of Residence e) Priority Date - so that grassroot efforts can be coordinated

2) Print out below Flier and circulate at all asian/indian malls/groceries/theaters. Forward the flier to your friends/co-workers and ask them to do the same.

I485 Filing Initiative Flier (http://immigrationvoice.org/wiki/images/a/a8/Flier_I485_latest2.pdf)

3) Volunteers have created a facebook community and an Immigration Voice WIKI page to spread the message about this initiative. Please circulate these links among your friends/co-workers who will be helped.

Please "Share" and "Link" and "send to friend" the facebook community via your Facebook account. Also include these two links when you post on the IV forum.

Facebook - IV I485 filing w/o current PD initiative community (http://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/pages/Immigration-Voice-Grass-roots-Campaigns/150562351660693?v=info)

(Just FYI that you might have to be logged in for the above link to direct to the facebook community. Alternately, search for "Immigration Voice Grass-roots Campaigns" to find the community after logging in. Search "Immigration Voice" to go to the IV's main facebook page)

Immigration Wiki -
I485 Filing Initiative - IV Wiki (http://immigrationvoice.org/wiki/index.php/Current_Grass-Roots_Initiative_-_I-485_Filing_without_Current_Priority_Date)

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PM these members for additional info:
nmdial ; geevikram ; vbkris77 ; ashwin_27 ; snathan
Dedicated members can also join the leaders group: http://groups.google.com/group/485-filing-iv-initiative
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Blog Feeds

03-05 06:20 PM

H1B Visa Lawyer Blog Has Just Posted the Following:
The Administrative Appeals Office (AAO) Processing Times were released on March 2, 2010 with processing dates as of March 1, 2010.

If you filed an appeal, please review the links below to determine the applicable processing time associated with your particular case.

Administrative Appeals Office (http://www.aila.org/content/default.aspx?docid=31417)

The current processing time for an I-129 H-1B Appeal is 13 months. The current processing time for an I-140 EB2 Appeal for an Advanced Degree Professional is 24 months; for an I-140EB3 Appeal for a Skilled or Professional Worker is 24 months. Most other cases are within USCIS's processing time goal of 6 months or less.





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06-08 10:22 PM

Hi,

I have applied for H1B extension for 3 years based on my I 140 approval. I have submitted all relevant documentation except for client letter.

My current H1 expires in Oct and we are expecting our baby in October as well. I would like to know what would be my options in case my H1 extension in denied. I cannot leave with the new born atleast untill december (need time to get passport n visa for the baby) and I wouldn't want to get into any legal issues like staying in US n not being in status.

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11-19 08:52 PM

:mad:
hai ,

i am going for the h1b visa stamping first time in chennai. i took the single dd with 4322 ( 4000 + 322 ) rupees . i took the appointment date also for interview .

in the hdfc bank some other people also took the single dd with the same (4322 rupees ) amount.

but some body told that we have to take supporate dds like 4000 and 322 rupees.
what about my situation now? if i took wrong how come hdfc people will give single dd for me and others .

i am really mad. please appriciate your help. i am waiting for your valuable suggestion. please anybody who knows help me.

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footballfan_kb

08-22 10:46 AM

Hi,

Just wondering if the transcript been posted as I was unable to find it online. Can you please post the link of the transcript?

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brahmam

10-10 11:06 AM

Nothing special.

1. your appointment notice
2. Driver's license.

We also took the 485 receipt notice and the passport, just in case.

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test101

07-19 10:28 AM

there are gazillion bazillion threads for july filers. Can we have one thread only.

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gman

04-05 07:10 PM

So what's the final word about the EB3 all categories retrogression? Will that be resolved soon? what are the chances in plain english?

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kunalmeh

08-27 04:20 PM

my wife is on H4 visa.... to work she would need H1...

BUT I have heared that if she gets some research-work in any University / non-profit organisation, they do give special work permit immediatly unlike H1 where u have to wait till October... IS THIS TRUE?

wht is this VISA called?

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ronnie0479

10-02 11:41 AM

do you get a FP notice only if you file AP and EAD along with your 485 ?

FP is for 485. so even if you dont apply for AP or EAD, u should still get FP notice.

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