Thanks for the information.
I have been calling DOS without being able to speak with anyone. email - no response. Still waiting for response to email from USCIS. What fax # did you use for DOS?
I am in the same position as you are. I am stuck in my home country, awaiting USCIS approval. I was told I could'nt apply for a visa with a H1b petition/ DOS approval alone.
If you gather any more information, please keep me posted.
You have to get married BEFORE the J-1 expires, and file for a J-2 dependent status (through your spouse's employer/ sponsoring institution) well before your current visa expires. Do not 'overstay'. You will have to go back to your home country to get a J-2 visa stamped. You may get J-2 visa...
I moved back to India after my J-1 visa expired.
My J-1 waiver was approved by the DoS on 1/6/11. Subsequently, my attorney filed for a H1b (premium processing) which was also approved (I-797) on 2/8/11.
However, I have not received any information from the USCIS regarding processing of my...
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