Did anyone here receive a GC through marriage during the pandemic? What is the process like from switching from h1b to GC?

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Which are the good countries to have PR or work visa for long term?
Working in IT and no plans right now to travel/switch/onsite... But thinking about long term..

Hello,
I have received a job offer from a German employer recently and was checking the visa appointment slots. Can anyone let me know the visa sub-category I should be applying for? I am confused between “skilled worker with academic degree” and “Blue Card,ICT,ZAV pre-approval+dependents”.

Hello,

The immigration firm(for the new company I’ve accepted offer from) reached out with a link to put in my details for H1 transfer. They specifically mentioned that they won’t support dependent immigration.
My wife is on H4, how do I go about her immigration requirements? Does she need a transfer or amendment on current visa once I get my visa transferred?
Thank you

How does UK’s tier 2 to ILR (pr equivalent) compare against H1B to GC for an Indian citizen? Is it equally frustrating, worse or easier? TIA

Hey guys! I’m traveling to India to get my visa stamped. Have an approved H1 I-797. I’ll be leaving from Toronto (getting my PR). The flight connects through Atlanta. Do I need a US transit visa?

Hi! My passport expired last week and has I-94 date in the past (expiration date of passport). However, visa stamped on my passport is valid till next yr and I've got a new I-797 with I-94 date in the future. Is it necessary for me to leave the country and get the I-94 date updated on admission in my new passport? Thanks.

Can anyone recommend a good immigration lawyer based in Australia? Would like to move and wondering if I have a shot at a PR visa

Traveling to dubai on way back to India, filling out visa application & it says to provide Contact in UAE - i have no 1 there. Any1 been in this situation?

Does anyone has a list of companies who can do H1B visa transfer or any guidelines while doing job search. Dont want to fill lengthy forms on company’s career page only to know at a later stage that they cant sponsor visa?

Hi. After an H1B petition is withdrawn, who receives the notice of revocation? Beneficiary or petitioner? And if the beneficiary has another approved I-797 and the notice of revocation is not received by them, does that cause issues at the border at the time of re-entry?

Hi all, myself and my wife are looking to move to charlotte. We are in Canada and are looking to move to charlotte on TN visa. Are there any job agencies that can help finding suitable jobs?

Hey guys, wanted to seek some insights on Visa process and work permit for UK.

Do companies bear the formalities that come along with the visa processing or it's something you'll have to do on your own and then seek for jobs?

Also, if you've anymore insights, suggestions or information, please feel free to share, thanks!

First time H1B stamping in India in December. I've heard of a lot of people being stuck because of prolonged 221g processing times. Is this true? Should I be looking at Canada as an option instead?

Hi all,

My PERM is filed in October 2021 and H1B is maxing out in May (18) 2022. What are the options for me now? What are the positive chances? Please suggest if anyone would have any idea.

How easy/difficult in EY to move to another country for 1 year to get international manager experience and back to US and upgrade from EB2 to EB1? Also can we do it on H1B (7 year completed and approved I-140) or must need L1A for EB1?

I have offer from EY to join as M and my PD is 2019, wanted to know in future if this option is feasible to expedite the process.

Hi Folks, I have a query on H1B extension stamping in Canada for Indian nationality. Am I eligible to get my H1B extension stamping via Dropbox from Canada, or I will have to take it from India only. I will be in Canada on Visitor Visa. Thanks in advance.

What are some of the top creative agencies in the west coast?

Educational book recommendations! I love to read, please list any educational books you loved, especially related to special education!

Expecting an offer from AWS in their BD team based out of either SF or NYC. Any idea on expected comp range/WLB? Any red flags to be aware of?

Motivational s#it that keeps you going or why I listen to CT Fletcher every morning before I go to work

Hey any junior art directors with some experience under the belt looking for a new job? I work at D5 and am looking for a partner! Hit me up if you are interested. Cheers

Best comfortable shirt for everyday client site wear? I guess I’ll have to start tucking my shirts now that I’ll be back in consulting

Incoming EY SM. Can anyone tell me who EY’s pension provider is please? thank you!

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So all my life I have used my name as ARUN K S, but in passport as they require name in expanded form it's ARUN KUMAR SINGH.

the new company where I'm about to join wants full expanded name according to passport.

will it cause any issue in future for pf, background verification etc.?

Hi Fishes

How much EXL provides for the Senior Consultant role.

Some information for which i was offered -
Experience - 5.5 years
Role - Data Analytics and Business Intelligence
Offered -
25 lpa fixed
12% variable
Band - C1
Designation - Senior Consultant

Currently a Project Manager trying to pivot into Product Management. Any advice on what I can do to strengthen my skillset? Should I get a certification?

What’s the best place to buy / sell btc. Coin base, Robinhood, or elsewhere?

I got an offer from HCL.
I am changing my domain from support to development role.
Are there good Java Springboot project in HCL Bangalore location? I am afraid I will again end up in support project.

I heard that HCL doesn't have good projects and majority of them are support only and people are unprofessional and don't talk in English also.... Are all these things true? I am very confused right now.

Also, can I take transfer in HCL 6 months after joining because of marriage???

How long can you take to accept an offer? I received a forma offer today and have one more interview with another company for another position that I’m considering. I expect that the other company will let me know if they plan to make an offer by the end of the week. I am seriously considering both and want to give each a chance. Is a week acceptable to accept an offer?

Looking to leave Hilton honors. Which is the best alternative with a good spread of property?

Hello! I am a recent graduate of a medical billing and coding program and I’ m finding it really difficult to get a job because most employers are looking for someone with at least 3 years experience. How do I get my foot in the door with no real time experience?

How do people deal with client requests when they’ve had a few too many drinks? It’s happened a few times on weekends and it’s becoming difficult to navigate when they’re unexpected

Performance reporting software ?

Who’s off to the pub tomorrow?

Finally I heard from a recruiter that EY is no longer hiring H-1Bs.

Is it worth to use premium processing for I-140? Knowing the fact the its long wait for GC.

Why are the Big 4 so bad when it comes to immigration benefits for their employees? Discuss.

I am an Indian citizen, but I work in Europe. I have an offer with the US counterpart of my firm. Given the current travel ban from Europe and additional NIE requirements from Europe, it doesn't seem advisable to apply for a L1A from Europe.

In this case, will I be eligible to apply from India, because of my citizenship? How long does it take on average for a L1 visa process when applied from India? Any advice?

I need to go to India in August and my current H1B visa is ending on September 07th. If I fly back in the last week of August, would it be a problem during immigration? I do have my extension approved but there are no slots available in India to get my visa stamped.

My firm applied for my I-140 in premium processing. It has been more than 15 calendar days. (17 to be exact) I have reached out to my immigration team. Are there reasons for such delays?

Quick question- should I still apply for 2yr STEM OPT extension if I was picked in H1B lottery this year? My Company is in process of filing H1B petition.
Apologies if this has been asked before (I couldn’t find the thread)

Tomorrow is the 8th day after receiving H1-B transfer receipt notice. Oh the anxiety...

Any first time H1Bs hearing back yet? I have been waiting for 3 months since rfe was filed! Are you planning to wait or move to another country?

Hello - I got approved for an H1B visa last June 2021 from an L1B visa. Does the my previous (2) years in L1B count towards my H1B? I got confused since my I-797A says it is valid from 10/2021 - 09/2024. Thanks!

How long does it take for the prevailing wage determination step in the GC process? Looking at the DOL website and it says request date is Aug 2020 for PERM? :/ does it actually take so long?

Folks who recently had their Form I-129, Petition for a Nonimmigrant Worker processed at California’s Service Center - how many days from receipt did it take to hear back? (Premium processing)

How does UK’s tier 2 to ILR (pr equivalent) compare against H1B to GC for an Indian citizen? Is it equally frustrating, worse or easier? TIA

We are seriously counting on H4 EAD for my spouse to start working. I should be able to get her EAD bu next March. Chances for the EAD to get washed out is so high. Tensed for her.

Hi! My passport expired last week and has I-94 date in the past (expiration date of passport). However, visa stamped on my passport is valid till next yr and I've got a new I-797 with I-94 date in the future. Is it necessary for me to leave the country and get the I-94 date updated on admission in my new passport? Thanks.

anyone know if USCIS finished selecting people for the second round of lottery?

Just read the 157 pg rule. Wage level bands are changed to 45th percentile, 62, 78 and 95 (from the current 17, 34, 50 and 67). Same percentiles will be used for GC PWD purposes - so a level 2 job in the new system will almost require the pay of level 4 in the old scale, employers will be discouraged from sponsoring GC. The document also includes very detailed rationale for the rule and underlying analysis being performed. IMO the WH seems to be well prepared for this one.

Anyone know how long USCIS takes to response in i140 case, regular filing? I got receipt number in Sep 2018, havent heard anything yet.
Thanks!

How easy/difficult in EY to move to another country for 1 year to get international manager experience and back to US and upgrade from EB2 to EB1? Also can we do it on H1B (7 year completed and approved I-140) or must need L1A for EB1?

I have offer from EY to join as M and my PD is 2019, wanted to know in future if this option is feasible to expedite the process.