Presently in US, I got my h1 approved in May 04, worked until July 04, got H1B visa stamped in Dubai in July, valid until 2007. Last paystubs were in July 04. Have been on bench from July until today! No work, no paystubs. In this 1 year (July 04-present) I have been out of US twice (for 3-4mths) and did not have any problems at POE. My employer hasn't cancelled my H1 and asked me to look for transfer asap. Now here are the queries I have:
1. I am getting married (in India) in Dec to someone who is on valid H1B in (CA)US. Should I come back in Jan as his dependent on H4 & look for job/transfer H1? I can get H4 stamped in Dubai, it is not at all a problem becoz I hold UAE resident visa.
2. Should I continue being on H1 and come back in Jan on this same H1 visa (unless the employer has cancelled) then find a job and transfer to another H1. But I will not have recent paystubs then. That may be a problem in transfering.
3. Can I work as tax preparer and get paid on H4/H1B? If not, how do I get paid on H4. I am interested in working as PT tax preparer from Jan-Apr.
4. What is the best bet for me in present situation to maintain my status? Is getting on H4 ok or keeping H1B by transfering?
Someone please answer my queries as I have very less time to decide what I want. Thank u so much for all those who help me out! This is the first time I'm posting a messg, pls dont disappoint me!
1. I am getting married (in India) in Dec to someone who is on valid H1B in (CA)US. Should I come back in Jan as his dependent on H4 & look for job/transfer H1? I can get H4 stamped in Dubai, it is not at all a problem becoz I hold UAE resident visa.
2. Should I continue being on H1 and come back in Jan on this same H1 visa (unless the employer has cancelled) then find a job and transfer to another H1. But I will not have recent paystubs then. That may be a problem in transfering.
3. Can I work as tax preparer and get paid on H4/H1B? If not, how do I get paid on H4. I am interested in working as PT tax preparer from Jan-Apr.
4. What is the best bet for me in present situation to maintain my status? Is getting on H4 ok or keeping H1B by transfering?
Someone please answer my queries as I have very less time to decide what I want. Thank u so much for all those who help me out! This is the first time I'm posting a messg, pls dont disappoint me!
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