Out of Status Question - Help

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maniax

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I got laid off on February 6th. I got paid until February 13th. I spoke to my employer and they said that they will send out a letter to the INS on February 13th revoking my visa . I found a new employer who filed for my visa transfer and the application packet reached the INS office on February 13th. I now have the approval notice.

I have 2 questions:
1. Was I out of status from Feb 6th to Feb 13th? If I was, how strict is the INS when it comes to dealing with people who've been out of status for a short period.
2. I have an appointment in the Chennai consulate later this year (May 2006) for a visa stamping. I heard that it takes few months for INS to process H1 cancellations. Given this, Is it advisable for me to go to Canada and get a stamping asap to be safe? (I have a MS from US and am eligible to goto Canada for stamping).

Any suggestions and comments are really appreciated.
 
I think you are good no need to worry as INS already approved your H1B transfer.
You can go for stamping if you want but no need to worry you are fine.
 
safdarali - Thanks for your encouraging comments. I appreciate it. Does approving H1 transfer imply that I wont have any problems when I travel out of the country and go to the consulate for stamping?

I have been spending sleepless nights thinking about this issue.

safdarali said:
I think you are good no need to worry as INS already approved your H1B transfer.
You can go for stamping if you want but no need to worry you are fine.
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