J1 waiver - timeframe, USCIS decision

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patricma

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Hello,
I have a J1waiver position (designated state health agency, underserved area). Applied in October, got the favorable recommendation from the DOS (March 1st), now the recommendation has been submitted to the USCIS for final approval. I still did not receive the written confirmation from the DOS (I called them, they told me to be patient).
Questions:
-Does anybody know how long it takes for the USCIS to process these papers?
-How high is the chance of being denied at this point?
-What is the next step, if USCIS gives the final approval - do I need to apply for a H1 visa?How long does this take?
Thank you!
 
Hello,
I have a J1waiver position (designated state health agency, underserved area). Applied in October, got the favorable recommendation from the DOS (March 1st), now the recommendation has been submitted to the USCIS for final approval. I still did not receive the written confirmation from the DOS (I called them, they told me to be patient).
Questions:
-Does anybody know how long it takes for the USCIS to process these papers?

Depends on service center. USCIS processed mine in 28 days (VSC). Some people i know had to wait for 3 months.
-How high is the chance of being denied at this point?
Pretty negligible, if all your prior papers are in order.
-What is the next step, if USCIS gives the final approval - do I need to apply for a H1 visa?
I think you apply for H1 visa 4months before the proposed start date. Your H visa will no be subject to cap, so dont worry about that issue.
How long does this take?
If you use premium processing you will get it in 4-6 weeks.
Thank you!
 
Just file for H1B premium processing NOW, with the copy of DOS approval notice and your I-612 receipt and write a cover letter and ask them to issue the final approval at the same time. Most people have done this and usually it works.
 
Thanks, Docboston, I612!
I did not receive any notification either from DOS or from USCIS. I know that DOS has given the favorable recommendation (checked online&called them). They told me it takes some time (I live overseas). Do you know how to contact USCIS before you get a receipt?
 
Filing for H1 before final waiver approval - I612, please advise

I612, you said I could file for H1 premium processing before having the final waiver approval from USCIS - how does this work? Does the employer need to send a cover letter asking for concommittent (or shortly thereafter?) processing of the H1? The guy at USCIS where I called to get my receipt number said I should wait and only after the waiver approval file for H1...
Also, any idea what the USIA actually does? I know they process hardship waivers but do they also get involved in waivers by Health Agency request? (My application has been submitted to USIA).
Anybody, any input?
Thank you
 
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