Got H1 -Lost Job - Suggestions?

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karkhanist

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Hi,

I need some help with my H1 visa situation right now. I came to USA in 2002 for an MBA. I completed that in December 2003 and started full-time employment in Feb 2004. I applied for the H1 B visa and was approved in September 2004. I have all the original documents with me (I 797 – Approval Notice etc.). I accordingly took a visa interview date at the Mumbai consulate for January 19th 2005. Unfortunately my company has been acquired and I will be losing my job around the second week of January. Can you answer my following questions:

1) Should I go to India and get the H1 stamp on my passport?
2) Stay here and look for a new job, transfer my H1, cancel my appointment in India, re-apply and then go for the stamping?

Which of these 2 options will give me more time to stay in USA? Also, if you have any other suggestions they are most welcome.

Thanks!
Tejas
 
You should focus on getting a job. The visa stamp is only for travel and is not mandatory to have it just because you have H1. You can schedule for a visa the next time you are able to travel to Mumbai.
 
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