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karthik_77

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Hi All: I am on my OPT (Expires Dec 15 2003) now and applied for H-1 (Regular Processing)..i am hearing all these stories that it would take 6 months to get H1 visa and the chance of rejection is also high..i am really scared by these rumors...could some one explain whatz happening please..

Note: I want to start my Green Card process right away..i dont have my H1 in hand..i have applied for it & got the confirmation number....can i start my green card processing..if i start how long will it take to clear Labour in state of New Jersey...i have MS in Computer Science (USA) and 3 yrs of work experience....

Please advise me

Thanks
karthik.
 
karthik_77,

Please calm down :) I can't speak to the H-1B visa because I have not been following it too closely. However, I would think that you should be able to get your H-1B approval if everything is in order. So, don't worry about it.

Unfortunately, you can't just apply for a green card whenever you want, unless you're self petitioning. In this case, your employer would need to submit the application for you, and every company has different rules and regulations when it comes to green card applications. Did you discuss this issue with your future employer during the interview?
 
Thanks for the reply..yesy i did speak to my employer and he is ready to process my GC when ever i want to...i am not planning on staying long with this company..i want to get my GC and move on..Thatz why i asked can i file for my GC as soon as i get confirmation number for my H1..

Thanks
karthik.
 
Thanks JoeF for your advise ... i am little bit cleared now...what i meant by "not planning to stay long" was if i get my EAD in 2 years then i can switch companies right ? and i guess because i have a MS(USA) and 3 yrs of work experiecnce things would speed up...Since i am totally new to this whole process can you advise me of any attorney who is good in green card processing & affordable too (i guess i have to pay for my GC)..

Thanks
karthik.
 
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