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appusheth

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Respected Sir/Madam,

My employer filed a petition on 9th Aug 2005 for conversion of my B1 Visa to H1 Visa. We received the WAC # and I guess the approval intimation will come only in October end or later. However, until then I will not be able to work and I have to stay here. Is it possible for me to go India now? In that case will we be required to change the petition from change of status to overseas filing?

I am a CPA frm California and currently I hold a 10 yr. Multiple Visitors Visa.

If the change is permissible and we change it, will it affect the answer to my petition?

Can they reject my petition in such a scenario?

And, will I get a visa stamp from Mumbai Consulate?

If my H1 is rejected either from USA or Mumbai, does that mean that my visitor visa is also void?

Awaiting an early reply!!!!!
 
H-1B change of status

It is not advisable to change your status from B1/B2 to another nonimmigrant status in the US. Please refer to the attachment :
 
Hi,

Thanks for the reply. However, another last 3 questions :

1. Did I understand this correct that changing from B1 to H1 can be a problem for the future travel?

2. If we withdraw the petition now, will it still mean that my 10 year visitor visa is gone? I mean, is it possible to withdraw the petition and be safe with the visitors visa?

3. Is it possible to change the petition as if we applied for an overseas applicant in India?

Thanks.
 
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