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How much time for Premium processing
- Thread starter katarnaak
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Yes, but it is not guaranteed.katarnaak said:Hello,
Can anyone tell me how much time does it take for premium processing of H1B? I heard that its 14 days. If so, if I apply on 1st April 2007 than will i get H1 approval by 20th April 2007 ?
Came to US in Feb 2005 in H-4. Converted to F-1 in July 2005 . I am working on OPT now. Degree Conferred.
OPT valid - August3 2006 - August 2 2007
Company is applying for H1B in April 1, 2007 in premium processing. Hopefuly I will get my approval by April 30, 2007...and H1 employment date starts October 1, 2007.
I will out of payroll between August 3 and Spet 30 2007.
Problem: I need to vist India in MAy 2007. I will be taking visa appointment in MAy for H1 stamping. ( I never traveled India after I was converted to F-1 from H4).
Question 1: Since only 3 mths of my OPT is left and my H1 is approved so I will need an H1 stamp rather than F1, am I right? I know it is not advisable to travel during OPT. BUt since I have my H1 approved is it ok if I travel ?
Question 2: Is it ok if I get the stamping done 5 mths prior to my employment start date (i.e oct 1, 2007). (Note: in May my OPT validity is still on)
Question 3 : Assuming my visa is stamped.Will there be any problems during entry; as in I will be returning in June to complete my OPT with an H1 b stamp in my passport (for Oct 1, 2007).
It would be really helpful if you could guide me in the right direction.
OPT valid - August3 2006 - August 2 2007
Company is applying for H1B in April 1, 2007 in premium processing. Hopefuly I will get my approval by April 30, 2007...and H1 employment date starts October 1, 2007.
I will out of payroll between August 3 and Spet 30 2007.
Problem: I need to vist India in MAy 2007. I will be taking visa appointment in MAy for H1 stamping. ( I never traveled India after I was converted to F-1 from H4).
Question 1: Since only 3 mths of my OPT is left and my H1 is approved so I will need an H1 stamp rather than F1, am I right? I know it is not advisable to travel during OPT. BUt since I have my H1 approved is it ok if I travel ?
Question 2: Is it ok if I get the stamping done 5 mths prior to my employment start date (i.e oct 1, 2007). (Note: in May my OPT validity is still on)
Question 3 : Assuming my visa is stamped.Will there be any problems during entry; as in I will be returning in June to complete my OPT with an H1 b stamp in my passport (for Oct 1, 2007).
It would be really helpful if you could guide me in the right direction.