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    Does CP candidates qualify for 3yr Ext. (as per new Yates Memo)

    Hanuman55 Thanks for the detailed note. I still see some hope around this. Can you please provide me with the name of the member on this Forum who wrote a letter to Yates. Also this is what is listed in the RFE (for every one's benefit)...
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    Does CP candidates qualify for 3yr Ext. (as per new Yates Memo)

    Thanks for the info rrajendr. Can you please provide me any supporting documentation or links to the info that I can use to respond to the query. Also what if for some reason my petition is denied, how can I appeal for a correction. What all documents/information I would need to appeal...
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    Does CP candidates qualify for 3yr Ext. (as per new Yates Memo)

    Hello All, Here' my situation: Category: EB3 Labor PD:12/04/03 Labor approved: 06/20/04 I-140 Approved: 08/28/04 Applied for Consular Processing, currently papers are in Chennai consulate. I have applied for 3yrs extension (as my current H1 is expiring in Sep 05) as per new Yates...
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    6yrs H1 expiring, applied for 3yr extension (as per new Yates Memo)

    Hello All, Here' my situation: Category: EB3 Labor PD:12/04/03 Labor approved: 06/20/04 I-140 Approved: 08/28/04 Applied for Consular Processing, currently papers are in Chennai consulate. I have applied for 3yrs extension (as my current H1 is expiring in Sep 05) as per new Yates...
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    Predicted Priority Dates for final quarter of FY2005

    Hello Guys, Just to provide everyone some relief, check this out.. http://uscis.gov/graphics/aboutus/repsstudies/USCISSTRATEGICPLAN.pdf According to USCIS strategy "by end of FY 2006 they WILL eliminate the current backlog of pending applications and WILL sustain a national cycle time...
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    Predicted Priority Dates for final quarter of FY2005

    Availing AC-21 facility for CP candidates... Hello All, Also can we atleast work towards filing for a petition where in we get some adjustment done for the candidates who are in US and have opted for CP. Something similar to AC-21/EAD card which is available if one applies for "Adjustment...
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    Predicted Priority Dates for final quarter of FY2005

    Guys, The effort you all have put up is commendable, I guess if we all work on this together we can definitely make difference. I will be part of the effort you all are putting in. Good luck to everyone for posting the petition. Thanks, -DR.
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    Alternatives for AC-21 for CP's

    Is there any chance we can put a petition with Department of State to see what they would say. How can one put a petition with DoS. What is the procedure involved. -DR.
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    Alternatives for AC-21 for CP's

    Hello All, I want to open a thread to explore and understand the alternatives for AC-21 for Consular Processing. AC-21 is a provision for the candidates applying under Adjustment of Status (AOS) option in the thrid stage of the GC process. Which is a very good and a decent option to...
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    EB3 - Converting from CP to I-485 before Priority Date is Current

    Hello Experts, Is it possible to convert from CP to I-485 before the Priority Date is Current for EB3 cases or in general. I have filed for CP and my file is in Chennai, and the PD is Dec2003, so can I convert to I-485 now. If so what is the procedure. Thanks -DR.
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    EB3/CP Papers in Chennai, can I apply for a new GC under PERM/EB2 diff Employer

    Thanks emailraja, I totally agree with you and the whole process is indeed so complicated. Correct me if I am wrong, but if I were to convert my case to I-485 can I do that now, my understanding is that you cannot apply for I-485 untill your PD becomes current, and in my case the PD is...
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    EB3/CP Papers in Chennai, can I apply for a new GC under PERM/EB2 diff Employer

    My Occupation is Technical Consultant with a Masters Degree in US. I am into a specialized business domain with 7 yrs of experience. Thanks, -DR
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    EB3/CP Papers in Chennai, can I apply for a new GC under PERM/EB2 diff Employer

    Thanks emailraja for your suggestions, but can you explain it to me in detail how it can be done. Here's my situation in detail: I-140 Approved on 08/29/04 CP to Chennai - 03/12/05 Now the new employer is willing to process my GC in EB2 category under PERM process. For this I have to...
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    EB3/CP Papers in Chennai, can I apply for a new GC under PERM/EB2 diff Employer

    Hello Experts, I have gone for CP on EB3 with Priority Date as of Dec 2003. My papers are currently in Chennai Consulate since 2 months. Looking at the trend in the movement of the PD, I think my PD would become current in another 1yr to 2yrs. I have found another employer who is...
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    How to File Taxes while Dependants are in India

    Hi, I got married in Feb 2004 and I am on H1, my wife is still in India and she did not come to US at all. Can I claim her as a dependant while filing for my taxes for the year 2004? Any suggestions will be greatly appreciated. Thank you. Regards, -DR.
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    Is it possible to get H1 extensions through a different employer

    Hello Experts, My current status: Priority Date: Dec 2003 H1 remaining period: only 6 months Category: EB-3 CP Status: Submitted DS 230 on Jan 17th 2005 and waiting for interview call I am in the 6th year of my H1 and am waiting for the CP interview call applied through the current...
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    Speeding up the process

    Hello Tamas.s, Thanks for your prompt reply, can you clarify further. I have been maintaining my visa status all this time and also have been travelling back and forth, its not like I have been staying in UK or Canada continuously. I have been visiting US once in a month while I was in UK...
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    I-140 Approved after Aug ,Please share the Information

    At what stage of Consular processing do we have to wait for our priority date to become current. After the prirority dates came into effect I have recieved Packet 3. So does Chennai Consulate waits untill the PD becomes current -D ____________________________ EB3 PD - 12/2003...
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    can I apply H4 for my wife after getting H1 extension

    Hello Experts, My current status: Priority Date: Dec 2003 H1 remaining period: only 6 months Category: EB-3 CP Status: Submitted DS 230 on Jan 17th 2005 (for both me and my wife) Case: My wife is in India and I was planning on getting her to US after the consular processing. Now...
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    can I apply H4 for my wife after getting H1 extension

    Hello Experts, My current status: Priority Date: Dec 2003 H1 remaining period: only 6 months Category: EB-3 CP Status: Submitted DS 230 on Jan 17th 2005 (for both me and my wife) Case: My wife is in India and I was planning on getting her to US after the consular processing. Now...
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