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I have applied for a cap subject H1 with a start date of Oct 2007. I am currently on the 6th year of my cap exempt H1. Will the USCIS count my application under the cap and put my application through the lottery as well? The USCIS memorandum released yesterday...

I am currently on my 6th year of cap exempt H1. My current job ends in June 2007. I have a new job starting July 1st 2007, but that job's H1 will be subject to the cap. My I-140 is approved and I am planning to apply for a three year extension as per AC 21 provisions. My wifes 6 year H1 also...

Does anybody know if completing a residency in the united states considered as an advanced degree for the purpose of filing a H-1 under advanced degree cap? :) imgdoc

I am now on my 4th year of H1. My first H1 was processed while I was in India and was stamped in India. I am now on a new H1 from a different employer and this visa was obtained while I was here and hence is not yet stamped. Is it still possible to to get the visa stamped at the Mexican...

How long does it take at Nebraska center for H1 to be approved after we submit the RFE? Thanks

My wife's h1 application is being processed now and has not been approved yet. Her passport was valid for more than 6 months when she applied but now she has only 5 months. So we renewed the passport at the Indian consulate. the INS has now asked for my W2 forms etc as RFE. Should I send a copy...

I have applied for H1 on April 13th and now USCIS has sent a notice asking for further information. How long does it take for them to approve the visa after we send all the correct documents?

my parents are getting their greencard in another 2 months. I am a 28 year old married girl currently on a H1 visa .Is it possible for me to get a greencard from them. If yes how long will it take.

You have mentioned in the "H1 B quota issue" section of this forum that some University hospitals MAY be exempted from the cap. The USCIS has announced that non-profit entities are also exempted from the cap. Will this apply to University affiliated, Not for profit community hospitals. Thanks

You have mentioned that some University hospitals MAY be exempted from the cap. The USCIS has announced that non-profit entities are also exempted from the cap. Will this apply to University affiliated, Not for profit community hospitals. Thanks

Is it true that a physician license is not needed for a H1 if you are employed in certain states (eg.Wisconsin) where as you will need it if you are employed in other states (eg.Illinois)? Newyork doesnt need a license if you are a resident or a fellow and hence you dont need it for h1. But...

If you are working for an institution that is exempt from the cap, does it automatically mean that your visa has not been counted under the cap? Should the lawyer specifically ask for the visa application to be exempt from the cap while filing or will the INS do it anyway?

If some is on a h1(cap exempt when obtained) with one employer and applies for a new h1 for a new job(not cap exempt), and the new h1 is delayed because the cap has been reached, can he start working for the new employer using the provisions of the h1 portability act?

If some one is on a h1 visa and then applies for a new h1 with a different employer for a new employment, will that be counted under the cap? What is the rule if some body on a H1 in a cap exempt institute applies for a new h1 with an employer who is not cap exempt? will the new h1 application...

Can someone please clarify whether INS is planning to eliminate premium processing for all cases or only for H1's that are subject to the cap? In other words, will the premium processing for non-cap H1's be eliminated too? Thanks

Are all healthcare institutions exempt from H1 cap or is it only educational institutions? Among educational institutions, do they distinguish between university hospitals and university affiliated hospitals?

Hi Everyone, There are an increasing number of residents on H1 now opting to do a 3 year fellowship thereby consuming all 6 years of their H1. This gives no time to start a regular job and apply for GC through labor certification. In this scenario, there are 3 options: 1) Green card via LC...

How do you fill date of entry section in the form? Is this the first date that you entered the USA? If I had travelled to canada and reentered USA on a later date, should I use that date as the date of entry?

Hi Everybody, Who qualifies for exemption from the H1 cap? I know that applications for H1 extension do not come under the cap, but what about H1 transfers for a new job? Also, are all healthcare institutions exempted from the cap or only those hospitals affiliated with a university? Thanks...

Hi Everybody, Who qualifies for exemption from the H1 cap? I know that applications for H1 extension do not come under the cap, but what about H1 transfers for a new job? Also, are all healthcare institutions exempted from the cap or only those hospitals affiliated with a university? Thanks...