Message for all
Guys,
I know there is lot of speculation about new laws, and INS interpretation of the new law. But sometimes you got to do what you got to do. There are lot’s of rumors flying around: so and so guy got stopped at POE due to this or that reason etc. etc.
I am leaving for Canada on Nov. 26 ( just got tickets confirmed) to complete my PR process (first time). I do not have H-1b stamped on my passport since I changed my status from F-1. But I will take advantage of 30 day revalidation rule. I have no plans of applying for H-1 & H-4 visa at U.S. consulate in Canada. Hopefully I will not face any problems. My wife (on H-4) is also accompanying me on this trip. We are citizens of different countries (not on DOS watch list), which might make is little bit more interesting. I truly believe in “The biggest risk is the risk you don’t take”.
I gonna take my changes and do it. I will carry all the paper work necessary to validate my H-1 status in U.S. ex. H-1 approval notice, recent pay stubs, company letter etc.
This thread was really helpful in understanding the whole process and law governing it. I will provide my feedback as soon as I come back ( Nov. 29). Please feel free to write your comments or suggestions.
Good Luck,
RamFan
