Anyone sent their H1b renewal package (visa appointment waiver) in Canada? I am worndering how long Calgary consulate will take to retun my passport?

Hello Fishes!
Any idea how long it takes to get a German visa appointment for an EU blue card and dependents? I am based in Chennai and have been trying for 4 weeks, with no luck. I added myself to the waiting list on the 5th of July and have not received any updates since.
Do slots really open up at certain times?
Am supposed to join work by Aug 30th. Please help!

I'm a foreign national with a UK work visa, normally working in London. If I end up working from home outside the UK for 80-100% of the tax year does my UK tax rate change?

Anyone knows about the base for chase PCA?

Opening an IRA for a client, wants their primary beneficiary to be a parent. The parent is a Cuban citizen living in the U.S. with a U.S. green card / legal residency. Custodian bank says client needs to choose someone else due to their Cuban citizenship. Has anyone here run into a similar situation?

If I JUST got my Uber Visa card, before they announced all of the changes in their rewards/cashback system, is it worth it to close the credit card?

I have an approved I140 from previous employer and current employer hasn’t started GC yet. Been on H1B since 10 years now, so if my new GC doesn’t start before my H1B is up for approval in 2023 cont.

Amex Platinum Users - How does “no preset spending limit” get reported to the credit bureaus? Just got approved and 6 months ago my credit was around 580 so this is a huge achievement for me, but I’m also obsessed with maintaining my credit score now. Google has not been helpful; too many answers are no answer. Thank you!

What credit card do you use?

Anyone knows how chase sapphire travel insurance works? I used the first leg of the trip but cannot return due to an illness. It is cheaper for me to cancel the return leg and buy and new one way.

BNY Mellon technology specific questions -


#0 How much max salary for grade K ?

#1 How long does it take to promote in bny from grade K to L ?

#2 Any specific criteria for promotion? Expr , certification etc...?

#3 How much % hike to expect post promotion ?

Skills- Java, microservices,react, cloud

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Hi Fishes, How long does it take to finish the BGV at Amex? Do they call or email for any information? My DOJ is next week and has heard nothing from them yet.

Please suggest what to do.

What is the process involved in Onboarding? Have not received a laptop either.

@American Express

Hi all! I recently made a change from HR to legal. I am now a paralegal II - Immigration specialist making 65-70k hourly base for a fortune 100 company. My office is situated in Missouri. Was this a good offer?

Whats the scene for sabbatical leave at amex,
I have been here for over a year now.

Whats the eligibility criteria? How to request one? Etc.

Thanks in advance.

Fish on visa - do you put ‘Candidate requires sponsorship’ on your resume ? I feel it is a time waste to get interview calls and anticipation only to find out they don’t sponsor on the call.

I’ve been on an H1B for many years with an approved I-140. Can I work outside of the US for 1 year (in Canada where I am a permanent resident) and come back on an L1? I understand the green card processing time on L1 is significantly faster.

I got married and do not have Marriage Certificate yet, so is Marriage Certificate mandatory for getting dependent VISA?

Tips on looking for a remote position in the communications, Public relations, or marketing field? Everything I find seems to be a scam, way underpaid, or a 100% commission based role.

Hi Fishes,

I have a doubt on HRA.
Let's say that EY GDS gives 2.5L as HRA. Can I utilise the whole amount or only a certain percentage for Tax Savings. Can some one help me on the Calculations

TIA

I am looking to connect with any HR of Natwest. Can anyone help?

Struggling with chronic headaches and jaw tension. Any recommendations for specialists in Toronto?
Also curious if anyone has tried botox for those as I’ve heard of it but cautious..

Trump for past several weeks: Mail in voting is fraud. Fraud fraud fraud. Massive bigly fraud.

Trump aides: Sir you are losing in Florida, a key battleground state.

Trump today: Mail in voting is perfectly safe and secure and I recommend it, in Florida.

Any one in the Bay Area interested in a collection of old One Show, D&AD and CA annuals? From like 2006-2015ish. We’re moving and hoping to find them a good home

I am in the process of finishing up my MBA but considering also getting my SPHR or PHR cert. Is it even worth it or a waste of time and money?

What % utilisation is considered good?
I know it depends on firm to firm, but in general?
Also, is it wise to put in CV or say in interviews about your utilization if its good?

At what income level does it make sense to contribute more to traditional 401k over Roth 401k for company ?

Sunday 4/19 FYIsland thread! Comment if you want visitors or want to explore new islands.

Can I sue a company for posting my address on social media (cont’d)

Anyway to slim down legs; just want to smooth out this massive imbalance that the body seems to favor to the downside

How does one go about resignation in the remote setting?

Should i email my boss then follow up with a call? Or the other way around?

The "confrontation" is really difficult for me lol. I actually like my current boss and she's been helpful and made me feel like she looks out for me too. But the new opportunity is too good to pass up on (huge increase to pay. No concerns on the team since ive worked with those people in the past in a different company)

Where can I find mock presentations or samples ??

Looking for advice on business trips. My boss kindly asked me if I want to go meet a client out of state along with business folks. It will be my first visit to a client. What do you think are the benefits of these trips? I’m fairly new in my career and in-house so would appreciate any thoughts. Thanks!

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Currently C level (target promo next summer). Been mostly on finance transformation projects. Worked in strategic finance before that at a f500 healthcare company.
What roles/levels would I be a good candidate for at FAANG/Microsoft/other Big Tech?
No hard technical skills (outside of financial modeling).
I’m also studying for GMAT as t15 MBA is a consideration right now, so I could also try to make the switch after that.

Hi ,
I am having an offer of 14.5 LPA in birlasoft and 17LPA with Capgemini.
I like the job profile offered by Birlasoft. But CTC is less than Capgemini.
Can I renegotiate with Birlasoft for the new offer. ?

What are the testing based client projects in Accenture which has API automation and new automation testing tools.

What to do if you haven’t heard from the embassy for 75 days. They have my passport. I came in for my H1B interview, VO told me it’s approved and I shall have my passport in 5 days. It’s in AP cont.

Recent cases of PERM approved within 5-6 months? Submitted in early June, hope to get approval by EOY.

Hi there! Can B1/B2 visa enter Canada? My B1/B2 visa will be expired in 2025, but I’m not in the states by this type of visa. Can I use it to enter Canada for h1b stamping? Do I still need to apply for Canada tourist visa? Thank you in advance!

all - qq I’m currently on an LoA, stuck in India due to personal reasons (on F1 OPT) right now. I have a lot of interest in teaching kids online (coding and such), could I do non contractual job teaching coding online while in India with an indian firm?

Just did biometrics today in NJ. How long should I expect to wait for EAD after this step?

I have an approved I-140 and am now moving cities with the same employer (PwC). I was under the assumption that only a new PERM needs to be filed. Do we also need another I-140? PwC makes us pay $3500 for I-140 premium processing does this mean that fees needs to be repaid?

Anyone know a good degree evaluation service?

Are any Consulting firms hiring H1Bs in US? Came across job postings from OW, Alix but they all mention they don't want any H1Bs. Want to move from Deloitte.

Hi 🐠, connecting documents for I-485 filling. Any insight on the medical check? I don't have vaccination records. Is this required?

Anyone willing to share experiences of living and working in Dublin? And what’s the timings of the visa process look like ?

H1b/ H4 extensions pending and license is expired! DMV says they don’t renew based on receipt…. What can we do?? It can take months, especially for H4!!

I’m maxing out the 6th year for H1b and my I-140 just got approved. 1 month ago, my employer has filed a h1b extension but it is based on the approved PERM instead of the 140, and only asked for one-year extension. In that case, after 6 months (180 days i140 rule to avoid employer’s revoke), will I be able to switch employers even though the renewed H1b gonna expire soon at that time?

Folks, what is the downside of it filing I-140 and I-485 together?
Does it matter if you're PD is curreny or retrogressed?

Anyone went for L1 blanket visa interview in India recently? Experience? Also, it seems L1 blanket is handled only in Chennai but consulate website says only Delhi is open and handling L1 as well not clear if that is only individual or blanket as well. Any insights? TIA

Did anyone from EY get selected in the August round last year?

Looking at how the priority dates are moving for India I believe this October there could be even bigger and jump and lots of folks will be eligible, am I reading this right ?

All the posts I read in this bowl are centered around GC and priority dates. Am I the only one that can’t even seem to win the H1B lottery? Down to my final try 🤞🏼

Anyone from big4 has experience in having its H1b transfer filed within a week after accepting the offer?