L1 extension rejection, but I-94 is under valid period

gyanender

New Member
Hi,

I will explain my problem as below.

Visa Type: L1-B (Blanket)
My visa validity (The visa stamp in passport):
Dec 2005 - 15th July 2008

Last entry to US: 23rd Apr 2008
Last I-94 issued: 23-Apr-2008 to 23-Apr-2011 (although my
visa stamp validity was only till 15th July 2008).

After 15th July 2008, I had a valid I-94 but expired visa
stamp.

My employer had applied for my visa extension by filing I-
129 with USCIS (I am not sure whether that was required or
not because my I-94 was still valid for 3 years).

First I received an RFE on my L1 extension case (asking for
specialized knowledge). My employer replied to the RFE.

Today I see in USCIS online status that my I-129
Application is rejected and they sent a denial notice to my
employer.

I don't know what is the reason for rejection of my I-129.
Is it that they were not satisfied with my specialized
knowledge RFE response or is it because they realized later
on that I already have a valid I-94. I will come to know
only when my employer receives the Denial notice.

I don't know at all whether there was any need to file an
L1 extension for my case (I just did so because my employer
asked).

I don't know what will happen further to this. My I-94 is
still valid (provided if it is not cancelled because of I-
129 rejection).

1. Can I continue to stay and work in US with the original
I-94?


2. Can I/my employer appeal against this?

3. IF I am required to leave US, what is the time allowed
before leaving?

4. If I am allowed to stay in US because my I-94 is valid,
how will I be able to re-enter US next time I visit my
country? Will I need to get a fresh L1 stamped in my
passport and will they do so because I already have an I-
129 rejection.

Awaiting your responses to this as I am in a problem and
very troubled situation.

Regards,
GP
 
L1 extension under RFE

Hey,
Can you update me as what happened next in your case.
I have the same situation going on and am wating for the final response from USCIS on my RFE responses.
What happened in your case after OCtober 2008.
The same questions are applicable to me .. so please throw some light.
Regards,
Manu
 
Gyanendar, the only difference in my case is that my I94 is also expired... so I am more worried on how much legal stay period you get to settle things for packup in US??
So your response would help me to align myself better to sudden happenings...
 
I am still crossing my hands, waiting... Whats your story... I hear they are rejecting L1 extensions like anything currently.. funny cause they are still accepting H1s while rejecting already employed L1s.. new strategy to increase employment-- make some people unemployed :) and send them home!!
 
USCIS had receied my application on 22nd April 2009 and currenlty the status is case received and pending.

I am waiting for the response from USCIS.
 
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