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    Vancouver consulate: can I get a stamp 2 months in advance?

    Hello, My H1B stamp expires on April 2005. I'd like to goto the Vancouver consulate and apply for a new stamp (I have a new approval) on March 2005. I read somewhere that the Vancouver consulate won't issue new stamps unless the current stamp has already exipred or is to expire in 10 days. Is...
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    Wrong I-94# on approval notice

    Hi, Looks like my lawyer did a typo on my I129 and filled out my current I-94# wrong. Therefore, the approval notice that just came through has the wrong I-94#. Is this a major issue? thankyou
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    Do employers usually pay for trip to Canada, and wifes application?

    Hi! Im on F-1 right now (under OPT) and my employer is starting to file for my H-1. They just told me that they will NOT pay for the laywer fees for the paperwork concerning my wife\'s H-4 (shes on F-2) now, and that they will NOT pay for my trip to Canada if I choose to go there for my H-1...
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    Will apply for H1; now on F1, wife on F2

    I am currently in the USA and have begun employment while on Practical Training. My employer will begin the H1 proccessing next week.I understand that I am not required to leave the USA when my H1 is approved, and that my status will be changed to H1. However, what happens to my wife\'s F2...
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    Should I goto Toronto another day early?

    Hi! My appointment is early in the morning on May 31 in Toronto. I reach there during the evening of May 30. But I have been told by people on this board that I will need to pay some fees at some bank branch before I goto the US consulate. Is this true? If so, would it be a good idea for me...
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    For H1 visa stamp in Canada

    Hi, I\'ll be going to Toronto soon, and was wondering if anyone can point me to some sort of a draft of the employment letter I need to present(stating why I need the stamp? that Im still an employee?). Thanks!
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    If I dont get H1B stamp, can I reenter on my OPT?

    Hi If I dont get my H1B stamp at Canada, can I use my valid OPT and F1 stamp to re-enter the USA? Thanks.
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    Toronto, how to pay?

    Hi, Ill be in Toronto on May 31st in order to apply for an H1B1 stamp for myself, and H4 for my wife. Do they accept credit cards? Or do they prefer cash or money order? Thanks!
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    Can employer pay me less than the prevailing wage?

    Hi, I get paid a little above the prevailing wage for my position in my current state. However, I was stupid enough(actually I was the one who came up with this idea and insisted it be a part of the employment contract) to sign an employment contract which said that my salary will change to X...
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    H1 stamp, passport must be valid for how long?!

    Hi, According to the information I downloaded while making and appointment at Toronto, the nvars.com website listed the documents I must take to Canada for the H1B stamp, and among them: Valid passport (valid for at least 6 months past the intended stay in the U.S.). My H1B approval expires...
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    Any problems obtaining Canada visitors visa?

    Hi, My wife(on F-2) is going to Detroit tomorrow to apply for a Canadian visitors visa for herself and me so we can go get our H1, H4 stamps from Toronto. My lawyer told me that my wife must be well prepared with as much documentation as she can, because the Canadian\'s are aware of the new...
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    Thinking about going to Canada. Please help.

    Hi! I was F1 and my wife was a F2 until yesterday, when my H1B and her H4 were approved :) Much obliged if someone could help me out with the following questions: - Do I need a Canadian visitor visa in order to go there? - Can I go alone(to Canada) and let my wife be in the USA? If so...
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    Scotiabank, question about Toronto

    Hi, Anyone been to Toronto recently? What is the procedure for the fees that must be paid? I havent gotten my appointment confirmation letter yet. Since my appointment is at 8:30 in the morning, I guess I have to arrive in Toronto early a day before in order to visit a Scotiabank branch. Is...
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