After H1B COS approval, say employer agrees for reasonable delay to join, how long can be that delay?
Once the COS is approved, you are to join your H-1B employer. Not doing so is violating status granted you by the USCIS.
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Once the COS is approved, you are to join your H-1B employer. Not doing so is violating status granted you by the USCIS.
You can return to the U.S. on a valid H-4 visa.
He should not have a problem entering on B-2.
You should join the company to maintain status.
I strongly recommend consulting with an experienced immigration attorney before you file any applications. In your case, I will go a step further...
This discrepancy could be an issue at the visa interview. Also, you have not mentioned how much you are actually paid. The VO may ask to see pay...
I'd advise the company to file for the amendment if the original petition was filed with work location X. It is not unusual for the Consulate to...
As long as you are traveling within the validity period of the H-1B visa you should be OK. Carry proof of employment for POE verification.
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H-1B is for bona employment. It is not unusual for Consulates to deny visa if they conclude that you were aware you are not working and not...
If he is already in the U.S., you decide to marry and he timely departs, I don't believe he will be violating his status. Pre-conceived intent...