Looks like Delta will operate 18 flights between India and US (only Newark and SF though) and other airlines will resume soon too but it’s not clear whether folks with visitor/tourist visa can fly on these. My parents in India would like to visit us (they understand risks with COVID but ok with it). Any insight into whether tourist/visitor (B1/B2) visas are allowed?

Taking a relative who has never travel abroad to Italy - spending a few nights in Florence - any great restaurant recommendations ?!

A lot of my friends (on H1B) have bought houses in suburbs (or away from City) the past year. I really would like to stay near City (NYC). Any of you considered or have bought apartments in City area instead of huge suburb houses? Any pros and cons that you are aware of?

Is a person who is promoted to Manager in September eligible for L1-A visa in October, if he or she has worked for little more than a year in another country?

I want my pre Covid abs back, but I also discovered that I really really like food. I eat healthy all day until 2 pm :( what type of snacks to keep around not to feel like I am depriving myself?

I was one of the first people to get a CSR when it first came out - can I downgrade to a CSP and get the CSP bonus? Or how do I take advantage of the 100k CSP signup bonus?

New offer. What does this mean?: “Policy is that we don’t consider the green card until someone is at 2.5 years prior to the last extended date on their current visa.”

My father had a sever case of Covid and he made it out successfully. I’m very grateful for this. Close to a year down the line, I’m finding that he is having severe memory loss issues and can’t remember significant details. Has anyone experienced or is experiencing this? How have y’all dealt with it?

Is your facility paying for you to get COVID
testing?

Has anyone taken a stealth vacation (i.e. went on a trip but didn’t officially take time off)? Did it work out?

For people having serious plans to go back to home country in future, what is the general timeline you are targeting at? I still have 4 years on H1B and my spouse is on OPT and we are thinking contd..

Any Mexico City recs? Food, attractions, places to stay, etc.

My friend and I were hoping to do a quick getaway to warmer weather this weekend (we live in Maine, so we're already freezing)! Our usual getaway is a quick trip to Florida but that's obviously not happening this week. Any suggestions for an awesome warmer place on a budget?

My fried work in Infosys.
His manager asked for his interest for H1B visa nomination. What does that mean?
Will he get the opportunity to go outside India.?

Anyone managed to fly their parents down from India to US off late? Cousin’s pregnant, trying to book tickets for early Dec. trying to understand how entry here is playing out here. I know Qatar and Emirates aren’t operational yet for flights from India to US.

American Airline q - if I have Gold status and an American Airlines credit card - does that mean I get two free checked bags or one

Any AmEx Marketing connections here? Saw some recent postings with their marketing team that I’m interested in but would love any intel working in-house there.

EY fish, i-140 approved but I haven't completed my 180 days yet. Got extension for 3 years (completed 6 years on H1b). Will EY revoke the GC petition if I decide to join EY in my home country?

Starting as an SM in S&A on the strategy side in the next few weeks. What does travel budget generally look like? I understand first class flights are a no go domestic which sucks, but hoping hotel and food budget makes up for it. Also, does Deloitte pay for platinum Amex or is that out of pocket?

Hello All ..from which app or website I can check my public holidays in Pwc AC?

Hello Fishes

How is the WLB, annual hike, work culture in MasterCard?
Role- Middleware

Anyone know much about the start up scene in E Africa? I hear a lot of general talk about how it’s ‘booming’ but can’t find much information online. I’m in a weird position where I’m trying to switch into tech but am moving to Kampala for the next year. I am applying now to remote jobs in the U.S. but would love to connect with companies operating in the region.

Official offer letter is delayed. Is this a red flag?

Ey Gds or PWC Sdc/AC which one is good for 9+years of experience interms of WLB, hikes and other benifits?
TIA

Switching team internally competing with external candidates. was asking a promotion for next grade midpoint but was ok to accept >=50% hike which i told hiring manager before the process start itself which he said will consider if I'm the one selected.

Attended 5 rounds-- 1 coding, 2 technical, 1 managerial, 1 hr. Now after 2 months telling me I'm the selected one, but offering me just 20% hike and same grade

Any chance for negotiations? Any tips or guidance are appreciated. please help

Hi fishes,
Need 11 likes to activate DM.
Thanks in advance.

I interviewed for an employed role and knocked my business plan pitch out the park, but could tell I disappointed them with my technical. By my own admission I’m lacking in this area as only have 1.5 years experience with a poor manager who only had me focus on biz dev.

They asked me what my salary expectations are but had already hinted my experience would knock me down a pay grade.

As it was 4 of them and 1 of me I said I would email them. How do I play this without lowballing myself?

Anyone has given the BIE interview recently? If yes, can you please help me understand what sorts of questions were asked?
Amazon

Anyone in Vancouver want a Programmer Analyst role doing data conversion from Oracle into WD? UBC is a great employer that pays well for Vancouver / Canada and the work is remote, though you have to be in Canada. 4 weeks vacation and benefits start on day 1

I feel like at times i’m running against newbies in the industry that are just flying by the seat of their pants. How can I shine as an experienced professional even though IT is still relatively (2 years) new to me ?

Have 3 years of work/ research experience and I just had a recruiter land in my email asking me to apply for a UX research internship and part of the application process includes a “research challenge”.

Getting a buncha
🚩🚩🚩🚩
Vibes

And lol- this is for a federal contractor… haha no wonder the IT talent for our government is so bad compared to industry when they seriously are out here lowballing people this hard

Anyone else waiting on BEC results?

Any BCG Platinion Cyber folks here?
What kinna work do you guys do? Planning to make the switch after 5 years with Uncle D. Wanna hear from you guys about culture, projects and areas of expertise.

Looking for remote working opportunities as a Business Anlayst or Product Owner. Have 5+ years for work experience as a Business Analyst/Product Owner post MBA.
Please share any possible openings or referrals.
Thanks !

Sucks to be on h1 b for two cycles of recession. Second cycle is particularly hard as now we are with families.

Hi all, has anyone temporarily transferred to the Canadian office of their firm and done the Canadian PR application while they were there on work visa?

Trying to get a 45 y/o sibling in to consulting (was an entrepreneur prior in the restaurant industry). No college degree but willing to bust his but to learn. Books/online courses recommended pls

Fellow desi folks - how do you keep your h4 spouse occupied? We are going to be marrired in january and want to provide her as much support as possible. .

She said she wants to pursue MBA but supporting her tutuion fees is currently out of limits for me given im purchasing a family home in mumbai which is going to cost me 4.5cr.

How do i bring up this topic without sounding too negative that i cant support her tution fees but can cover all other expenses (living,transport,food,travel,education

How much does it cost to send a package from India to the US and what’s the best way to send it? It will be a little less than 2 pounds.

NJ folks: Looking for groom’s outfit for mehendi/wedding, any recommendations where I can check it out?

Folks who have gone through the process to get Global Entry approved, do we need a PAN card or Aaadhar card to move forward in the process? I don't have a PAN yet.

Are we required to file an amendment or initiate the LCA assessment if changing roles from Manager to Senior Manager?

What’s making those of you who want to go back to India want to go? I hear the work culture and bureaucracy there are the main reasons people come to the US.

I’m a US citizen and my partner is in india. We want to apply for a fiancé visa. Heard it’s better and processes faster than brining over a spouse. Curious how long it takes to process? Your experience and any recommendations for immigration lawyer to help file in the NJ area would be appreciated. TIA!

Looking to buy an 💍. Might make a trip to India in 6 months. Any advice on helping me make the decision to buy in US vs India?

[I140 app. for Green card transfer] I have an approved i140 application at my previous employer. I have been at Google for 1.5 years and haven't started the GC transfer process here yet.
In an ideal world, I would be quitting this job and moving somewhere else that aligns better with my professional goals in the next 3 months.
Does it mandate me to have transfered my GC to Google or should I wait for the offer confirmation from the new employer and do it once for all there?

RFE REASON: GGlaw not sharing RFE Reason on my H1 change of employer RFE, shouldnt a beneficiary get to know the denial/RFE reason. Anyone in same boat?

How long does I-140 preparation take? From the moment they receive the hard copy PERM doc to the moment they mail out the application? Can this be done technically under 2 days if law firm obeys?

Just sharing! Landed in offer at AWS over five weeks ago and still waiting on a visa transfer update from US CIS. So many work updates from other folks in these five weeks moving in and out while I am unable to share an update with my folks or celebrate in anticipation of the final approval of the petition. Trying to stay calm and collected, but sometimes it takes a toll

No uproar over cab here? Thoughts?

A lot of my friends (on H1B) have bought houses in suburbs (or away from City) the past year. I really would like to stay near City (NYC). Any of you considered or have bought apartments in City area instead of huge suburb houses? Any pros and cons that you are aware of?