Hi Fishes, i have been approached by a firm to help newbies land their dream job by coaching them one to one. They plan to pay me hourly for every session. I already have a stable income via PwC. Can I have a second side income on H1b and how would that impact my year end taxes?

Hello guys!
Does anyone have an idea about the time it takes to process work visa for Montreal, Canada?

Quick question fishes: if someone who called a small % of company requests for tax return of the business, are we obligated to share it? This is a “technical cofounder” who existed two years ago

Can H1B approved under consular processing but yet to be activated be transferred to another employer and can the new employer apply for transfer and change of status?

Is it typical for UK companies not to cover the cost of visa sponsorship and to assume that the international applicant knows that they will have to fund the process themselves without telling them?

Should I take loan on my 401k to complete 20% down payment for home that I am buying or should I just go with 5% down payment and pay mortgage insurance?

Is there anyone who came to US for courses eligible for CPT and was successful in getting a job and staying through H1B process ? Will appreciate an opportunity to chat.

Has anyone gone to a US Embassy in Europe to do the final “adjustment of status” process overseas for their green card? This is in place of doing it in the US where it will take up to 36 months.

Any updates on 3rd h1b lottery results ?

Sorry if this has been asked a few times but - relocating to Charlotte and looking for apartments, preferably in southend. Any solid recommendations or places to avoid?

Looking for a 1 BR - 2.4K a month or less.

TYSM!!

Can someone explain the LTA policy? What happens if I don't claim any travel bills? Can I claim it as a taxable component monthly?

Hi guys,

I got my full and final settlement today but I can see no tax deduction. Does anyone know the reason. 4k tax used to be deducted every month till now. I also got gratuity and leave encashment along

Anyone here trade options in addition to working full-time? I am curious to hear about how much additional income you’re able to pull in, big lessons learned for a beginner, where to start learning/practicing, etc.

Does anybody else think this $2 trillion bill is ridiculous? I understand the why and benefits etc, but just like at a certain point isn’t this all just funny money? Playin w/ money no one really has?

Anyone filed h1b in regular processing and changed to premium? If so, can you please help with the process and approvals required?

Fishes,
Im working in Ey india,
Do i need to declare personal loan anywhere is it required?

Looking to buy Rolex OP. Thoughts on new vs used? Is the additional ~2k worth it for new?

I got selected in the third round of H1B lottery for FY2022 (third round came out in November) Does anyone know when my H1B gets activated? Will it be automatically updated because it is well past Oct 1 or will it be Oct 1 2022??

Any idea what will be criteria for PDM to start green card process?

Hi guys.

How is the KGS in terms of growth and learning. There are lots of negative reviews on Google.

Can you help me in this ad my interview is scheduled next week with KGS.

Any McKinsey consultants in the Provider Improvement domain here? How’s WLB? Still remote? How many hours per week are you working?

Phillies fans in DC, where are we going for the game this Friday? Looking for a spot to watch it with friends

Help needed for a friend.

My friend is going to be a 2022 pass out.
My friend is having online written exam for aptitude + coding test.

May you all please help in understanding how he should prepare and what kind of questions can he expect? Please help. Capgemini

how many days does it generally takes for a company to come back with a revised offer ? I had an offer letter received on thursday 21st and i asked for a 10% increase which the Hr agreed and said will be giving the updated letter in a week.

Can we all agree that the wardrobe department for the new (and original) “Coming To America” slay it? I wish wardrobe on production could be as killer as them.

With the various RTO rumors/fear out there and in the absence of spring/summer/fall(?) bonuses. Would you consider coming into the office more if your firm offered bonuses linked to days in the office (coupled with billable targets, of course)?

How is job security in PwC India?

Considering leaving my agency after just a couple months in pharma - feeling underutilized and stuck.

My question: do I leave this stint off my resume entirely? List the parent agency instead of the wellness arm? Pass it off as freelance? Not trying to be dishonest I just know this experience probably isn’t relevant when going out for non-pharma jobs.

I had a non traditional path out of law school because I graduated at the height of the Great Recession and my mother was seriously I’ll with cancer. I’ve worked for 2 big four firms in internal positions within compliance/regulatory for a total of 6+ years and am ready to make a move. What is my next best one? Is it totally impossible for me to go to a law firm?

Anyone with type 2 diabetes while on the road each week? What works for you and how do you keep your blood sugar levels in control? How do you monitor your levels?

I’m trying to get my parents into adopting healthier eating habits but nothing is really sticking. Do you have any recommendations or like books I can give them to teach them what’s actually good to eat vs. falling for good marketing/ fads?

Does anyone have tips to get rid of eye bags ? Since I’ve started working they are getting worse. Mine are on the darker side and they are not puffy. I’m 26F. I’ve tried some eye creams and serums but I don’t see any results…

Anyone has IBS here? Lately I have been having a lot of symptoms of IBS and even if I’m not fully constipated, I think I am to a certain extent. I had excruciating lower abdominal pain this afternoon and it was almost unbearable. Also, my period is approaching so I think my symptoms got worse. Anyone has any tips?

The week of my wedding, my husband (PL SQL Developer 4 yoe) was laid off. That was a couple of weeks ago. Luckily I'm still bringing money in as a software engineer, but I'm looking for advice on how to support a partner who has been laid off. Ultimately I think we will be ok, but I know he's hurting / stressed / and could use a supportive partner.

If I’m on a TN visa, do I have to get it updated if I move to a different city?

EY people: has anyone heard from immigration today? I’m losing hope

Does anyone know an Immigration Lawyer who also does legal malpractice cases?! My piece of s**** green card lawyer messed up my L1A and I ran out of time with my L1A to sign for a new GC!

Hey guys, what Day 1 CPT method do you all take? I heard there are online and hybrid options. Just curious if the online option can hinder the h1b process. Is hybrid a safe option to go for the h1b process?

Has anyone had their LCA location updated so they can work from a different remote work location than their home office city? Did your firm take care of the process for you?

Are the new wage requirements applicable if you move offices within the firm you work for?

Has anyone at EY recently paid for premium processing of their i-140? How soon did you get you receipt and receive your decision?

What’s the EB1A wait time for GC?

Can I file for extension of the H1-B without the stamp?

Anyone got perm approved recently? What was your priority date? Mine is EB2 and filed on September 17

Why if you are on H1B is so much problematic for vendors looking for contractors ? Vendors keep on asking to join on W2 rather that Corp to Corp although for employees on H1B we cannot join on W2 due to immigration issues. Point being does it matter for end client , if the contractor is coming as W2 or not ?

Has anyone recently done an H1B transfer? How long is it taking on premium processing?

I have approved I-140. Indian nationality so priority date not close to current. If I switch employer, does my employer need to apply for PERM and i140 again as soon as I join, to get H1B extensions?

My L visa has expired and the renewal is not yet approved. The lawyer told me that since we applied for renewal, pending approval my work authorization is extended for a another 240 days. Now, can i still renew my driving license if my i 94 is expired?

I believe most members of this group are tense & anxious owing to the uncertainty surrounding H1b. Can we have members post some positive stories here ? Cases of extension/transfer approval( w/wo RFE)

Scenario: US visa expired in 2021. Applied for a Canadian tourist visa to hopefully go for H-1B stamping in Canada once they open appointments.
Biometrics completed. Haven’t received any comm regarding my tourist visa approval. My partner already revived the visa long ago even if we allied together. Could it be because my US visa has expired? The reason I gave for applying for visitor visa was just for tourism purposes.

Hi all, my H1B got approved today and I am waiting on the actual physical notice. In parallel I have a L2 EAD extension request in process. My H1B is valid from oct 1 only. Can I withdraw my L2 tomorrow? Is it okie if I am out of status for nine days? I am worried that the L2 will get approved. If it does get approved, what do I do?