pra1895 March 27, 2021, 6:08pm #1. hi Guys, My parents went for b2 visa interview today and were issued 214b. Experience 9 – NIE Letter Sample – Approved from Delhi. ord2pnq May 6, 2022, 10:11pm 1. Well, you may re-enter on B1/B2, but that may raise unnecessary questions at Port of Entry, if you say that you are going to visit and then do change of status to H4…. H1B Visa Approval notice from USCIS ( Form I-797A Notice of Action) Copy of H1B Labor Condition Application (LCA) Job offer letter given by the H1B sponsoring company. The dropbox appointment went very well. It is directly showing Chennai visa appointment option. when we book appointment and add my spouse with joint appointment but portal did not accept. US travel docs website issues. General Discussions on Immigration, Visas, Travel, Studying in US and Other Countries. Everything You Need to Know. For those who have gone through the B2 visa renewal process in the last two months, could you please confirm if the I-134 and bank statements are required and what other documents were you asked for?. After you have booked a US Visa appointment, you will see an option on the menu that says, “ Emergency request ”. H1B Fiscal Year (FY) 2023 season: USCIS accepts H1B petitions for the next fiscal year 2023 about 6 months before the start of the fiscal year. Schedule Biometrics, Visa Interview appointments. Prepare well for your interview. USA. Transit to Post. H1B, L1, H4, and L2 Visas Appointments – Dropbox and Regular Updates for 2023. 1. Hi , Please can someone let me know if I can apply for B1/B2 visa when Ian having an approved /stamped L1A visa. B1/ B2 Visitor Visa. Due to COVID 19 situation I want to apply extension for couple months. ————————————————————. The US Department of State announced a waiver of US Visa interviews for certain non-immigrants back in Dec 2021 that lasted until December 31st, 2022. So thanks to this redbus2us community. Hello Deepthi, Did your parents. I am applying for a b2 visa for tourism. The better thing to do is, get H4 visa stamping done using the H1B Approval and re-enter US on H4. After you have booked a US Visa appointment, you will see an option on the menu that says, “ Emergency request ”. Experience 6 – NIE Request, Telecom Sector, Travel. My father passed away and I would like to bring her here to. USA. They opened the program on July 16th, 2023, and it hardly lasted a day to fill the entire 10,000 slots. Read more 1. H1B Sponsors; Visitor Insurance; H1B Visa. Experience 2: F1 at Hyderabad (4th Attempt) 3. The dropbox appointment went very well. Latest News and Updates on US Immigration, Visas, Studying, Working, Travel, Life in US. B1/B2 emergency VISA. H1B Visa. My question is can i travel to US on B1/B2 visa with an invitation from my brother who is in US and then can i request for B1/B2 to F2 (dependent for my wife, she will be on OPT from Dec 2016). Host’s. S. Her visa just got approved this morning. Experience 1: H1B at Mumbai. Travelling on B1/B2 valid visa. You can share yours as well here to be published on the blog. There is no need to email the consulates for approval. B1/ B2 Visitor Visa. Official RedBus2US. Hi , My H1B is valid till Apr19,2016. USA. Step 2: Prepare for US Visitor Visa (B2). Some got successful Dropbox Stamping for US Visa with Appointment, but we have noticed few users reported that they got 221g and have been called for. I-94 had FNU and Last Name as ABC’ ‘XYZ’. In order to qualify for a B2 visa. The OFC appointment (biometric) page initially shows some available dates but then says " No appointment available at this time". Called at 7:40 am to stand on queue for 8:20 slot. Beneficiary: This field would have the name of the H1B or L1 Visa applicant to whom the H1B or L1 visa approval notice is related. 🙂 I applied for a B1/B2 visa renewal in May and scheduled an appointment for 29 Dec, 2022. I wanted to make some last minute changes in DS 160 for B1/B2 visa and was not sure if i technically i can. Experience 1: Regular Slot | B1/B2 | NEW DELHI Consulate. You will also be required to have an electronic scan of your fingerprints taken while you are there. Already had B1/B2 Visa -2013-2018 Visited 3 Times and came back within allowed timeframe. naveenvoora November 19, 2021, 6:58am #1. 5 Tips to fill out the DS-160 form for US visa. She got tensed and said she could not understand english, then they called an. i wanted to bring my parents to US. USA. We applied for a B2 visitor visa for tourism purpose. ani October 4, 2016, 2:17am 1. It does not matter how many new passports you have got after the old passport expired. Purpose of the trip. • Head office approved for US Trip in the month of November’2022, was on cloud nine like you all and immediately visa process started. USA. Yes, you can sponsor your parents for a visitor visa. 1. 2. Hi, My parents went for interview B2 visa on Feb 13th. If you want to apply for a US Visa appointment in India or already have an account in the old system, you must now use the new website. Hi. Step 3 : Wait for USCIS to send acknowledgement Letter. then after we mail support@ustraveldocs. Applying for MS in USA as an international student can be very challenging, if you do not know the process and do not plan it well ahead. The updated form I-539 with biometrics has not changed much, just some minor changes. The letter can be collected the next business day from the bank associate if you order the letter at the bank. You can change it anytime. But I dont get the dropbox option. A letter of invitation for a B-1/B-2 travel visa should include the following information: Name and contact information for the host. Yes, it is active. I recently came back to work from India ,earlier used to work in USA on L1A . There were a few calls organized by the US Embassy and US Consulates in India in recent months outlining the outlook of visa appointments for. However the status is still showing as received. US Visitor. If you are also writing one, address it to US Consulate, Visa Section, City, State, Country informing the consulate that you are inviting family for commencement and they will be bearing their own expenses, health insurance and also describe a brief itinerary. L1, L2 Visa. Side Note: Another contact I have who applied for NIE on B1/B2 got declined but the consulate response encouraged them to find a path to spend 14 days in a third country before entering the US. I have sponsored B1/B2 visa for my parents several years ago. In case, there is company name or any restrictions listed in the annotation section, then you cannot use the same B1 or B1/B2 visa to travel to US and you will need to apply for new B1 visa with your current company. Hi All, Let me tell a gist of things, I applied for B1/B2 visa early 2022 however I got married Feb 2022, i did not disturb the visa wait as already I had to wait for one year. US Visa Reschedule Appointments Count 5 times India Confirmation. Please need advice ASAP. USA. 2. The dropbox appointment went very well. Per country numerical limits for issuance of green cards is one of the biggest factors that. We provide updates on Study, Work and Life in US. See below screenshot of the exact email inquiry and the response from them. As global travel rebounds, we are taking these. Now I. Experience 2: H1B with pending. She asked for tamil translator, but still she got English interviewer and asked questions in English. All the above mentioned clauses from previous year continue to be in place for another one more year. Hi my B1B2 tourist visa expired on 20th February this year and i had booked Biometrix interview at Chennai VAC on 23rd February 2020. Points to note for those who have upcoming appointments. So, “status” (in the context of immigration) is nothing but the type of visa you are allowed to stay in the US and until what date you can stay in the US on that particular visa type. Don Heflin in the call. 1. B1, B2 Visa Stamping Experiences (Dropbox,. in the meanwhile I was not aware that Kids under the age of 14 may get the visa via drop box, and I took them to physical interview. B1/ B2 Visitor Visa. 3. USA. Timeline 23-Feb-2022: Submitted DS-160 and paid via NEFT 24-Mar-2022: NEFT payment was returned/refunded. US Visa Interview Waiver Options extended until Dec 31st, 2023. Est. Step 4: Receive the Acknowledgement Letter. 12. Documents templates, Checklist of documents, Timeline, Appointment Details. December 23rd, 2021: US Department of State extended the 48-month rule for dropbox indefinitely. B2 - Second Extension for my mother beyond 1 year. gov. RedBus2US – 18 Jan 10. My questions are:Step by step process guide to Apply B2 Visitor Visa for parents to visit USA. currently I am unable to find biometric appointments in any locations in india (Hyd, Chennai, NewDelhi, mumbai). Shrenik March 4, 2023, 8:16pm 1. Family B1/B2 Visa Stamping. Heard that we can hold only one visa at a time so worried if I apply B1/B2 my L1A may get cancelled which I don’t want to happen. USA. Consulate in Hyderabad. F1 Visa: F1 visa holders going for visa renewal, who are studying in the same school for which the visa was issued in the past; B1/B2 Visa: It applies to B1/B2 visa renewals done using the Dropbox option. 15. B2 Visa for sister under 18 Years age. com. and they review my application and told me your receipt. Step 2 : Collect Info for US Visa Application, Pick US Consulate. Step 1: Determine US Visa Type Needed. As most of you know, since September 1st, 2019, it is mandatory to book appointment for Dropbox for US Visa in India. Transit to Post. 2. We have got an appointment for September 23. KumarZ March 26, 2022, 1:37pm 1 Hello all, I applied for a B1/B2 visitor visa for my Dad at Mumbai consulate through Dropbox on March 08. 3. We came to know about Interview waiver. Determine US Visa type you need to apply. I wanted to make some last minute changes in DS 160 for B1/B2 visa and was not sure if i technically i can. Business Visa. I am traveling to US on B1/B2 visa Multiple Entry which is valid for another 3 years. previous visa is also b1/b2 issued in India after Jan 2008 (issued in 2010) after 14 birthday (15 years) no annotation. They closed the system on July 17th, 2023. Lifestyle tips, USCIS updates ands much more. Shiv_Ganesh October 19, 2023, 7:11am 3. My first Visa experience direct h1(i797b) and non MS. how they can refuse my visa after. Now, counting 6 months backward from October 2022, it would be April 1st, 2022. Hi, I would be graduating this semester and. Theoretically it is possible to enter US on B-1/2 and then apply for COS to F-2. It is called form DS-260 for immigrant visas. These call options might change. You need to create a USCIS account to file online and you also pay online. You can check US Visa Stamping Experiences for the entire collection. Some got successful Dropbox Stamping for US Visa with Appointment, but we. They opened the program on July 16th, 2023, and it hardly lasted a day to fill the entire 10,000 slots. And also do lemme know the possible ways. H1B Visa, F1 Visa, H4 Visa, L1/L2, many other visa types. The Government of Canada announced a special program in June 2023 to attract H1B Visa holders currently living in the US. Hello Everyone, The B1/B2 tourist visa for my in-laws(FIL, MIL, BIL) has been denied twice before. The visa is set to expire in June 2023. Gilbert_Mansour August 8, 2019, 4:49pm #4. Visitor Visa / Short stay Visa / Holiday Visa. This applies to Visa Waiver Program travelers with ESTA approval as well. L1, L2, F1 and Other Visa Stamping Experiences (Dropbox, Regular) – 2022 5. Both the attempts were made within few months in Dec 2019. Once eligible, pay required fee for US Visa. If you are sponsoring the visit and will provide financial support to the visitor, you need to fillout I-134 and have the applicant carry it with supporting documents to the visa interview. As we all know,. 2. My wife and I are currently in the US on independent approved H1B status with actual H1B visa stampings being pending for both. Experience 7- Automotive – Second email for NIE Approved. My wife and I are currently in the US on independent approved H1B status with actual H1B visa stampings being pending for both. Check Immigrant US Visa Status – CEAC website. An H1B visa is one of the most sought work visas in the US with demand exceeding the supply by a large factor with the H1B lottery situation every year, in the last 10 years. And now we have received the passport also without stamping. Changes in the I-539 Form after Biometrics. Experience 14: H1B + B1/B2 Visa with Dropbox, NIE at Chennai. US Visa Stamping Receipt Valid 5 times – 4 reschedules – Customer Service Response – 2022. Noon EST. We provide updates on Study, Work and Life in US. Should be really helpful for anyone attending H1B visa stamping or any other visa stamping at Chennai, India. Travel to US, Port of Entry Experience: I flew from Delhi on May 21st – it was a direct flight from India to US. Below are two samples of US Visas: B1/B2 visa issued in past and most recent H1B Visa issued in 2021. Complete and submit online US Visa application (DS-160 form) Pay US Visa fee. When you apply for US Visa Renewal using the dropbox option, as part of the appointment booking screen to drop off documents, it used to look like in the below screenshot. sathya_ram July 2, 2020, 5:35am 1. We provide updates on Study, Work and Life in US. Reached the consulate at 7:15, waited on the road for the slots calling. 5. You can change it anytime. Good Luck with your interview ! Look forward to your arrival in US, Take care, With love, Your son [NAME and Address ] Below are the high level steps to apply US Visa at a US Consulate. Experience 1: H1B with Dropbox at Mumbai. Where he lives? Texas. DS-160 Monthly Income in Local Currency. 1 Like. Location: In the dropdown. He has articulated beautifully with every single detail in the whole process. Experience 10: H1B + H4 (Spouse+Son) with Dropbox at Chennai. B1/ B2 Visitor Visa. Embassy and Consulates in India are centralizing the processing of most nonimmigrant visa interview waiver (drop box) cases in Chennai to maximize productivity and increase efficiencies. Well, sorry to hear about you situation. Where he lives? Texas. Yellow Slip – H1B Visa Stamping Experience – Approved – 2013 – Chennai, India. Their passport expires on Oct. Total Stay (17 months) = 6 months (I-94) + 6 months (1st extension) + 5 months (correspondence letter to 1st extension) We. My parents b2 visitor visa interview experience at Hyderabad. Thanks to many anonymous users for sharing these experiences in. S. 4. USA B1/ B2 Visitor Visa. Discussions, help on Visa Appointments, Stamping, Travel, Insurance, etc. This year Feb i got VISA cleared and i have multiple entry visa as marital status. My mom have B1/B2 visa already, i need to request visa for my dad. All the best to everyone!!In the past, before September 2019, you could walk into any US Visa Application Center (VAC) without any appointment and submit your documents. H1B, L1, H4, and L2 Visas Appointments – Dropbox and Regular Updates for 2023. You can make changes to DS 160 even after u have taken confirm appointment but will have to inform at embassy before the personal interview that changes are done. It showed 2X160=$320 with the conversion at the time of the fee payment. Hi, I booked an interview appointment for my mom for B1/B2 on May 4th 2022 at Hyderabad location but the site only showed 1 appointment (didn’t mention if it is for biometrics or interview). Her visa just got approved this morning. But, starting from October 1st, 2023, this change will reduce the backlogs in the processing times of I-539 form. Lifestyle tips, USCIS updates ands much more. Last visited in 2017. Out of the above 85,000 quota, 6,800 are set aside for Singapore and Chile citizens as part of the free trade agreement between them. Welcome to RedBus2US Community - Sign Up to Ask, Answer, Share, Discuss - Anonymous Mode as well. 6. Hi, I am planning to initiate B2 visa for my parents but as appointments are still not available. Pay the US Visa Application Fee of $190 USD online or at a Bank. B1/B2 visa - NO APPOINTMENT DATES for another 1 year :(0: 270: August 3, 2023 B2 for in-laws when kids not in country. citizen”) Relationship between the host and the visa applicant. This covers a broad range of visa types that use form I-539 form that typically includes F1, H4, L2, B1/B2, F2, etc. 1. Employee agreement that you may have signed with your. Anita_D July 15, 2013, 10:33am 1. You should contact the VAC for such questions. Your residency status in a state – Proof that you live in that state. Due to Corona, we have applied for initial B2. Experience 2: H1B at New Delhi. Good Luck with your interview ! Look forward to your arrival in US, Take. H1B, H4, F1, L1 Visas News. Experience 11: H1B with Dropbox, NIE at Mumbai (USC Kid) 12. H1B Visa, F1 Visa, H4 Visa, L1/L2, many other visa types. I request for a few clarifications to apply for visitor visa for my parents. 4. If the passport tracking status says “Transit to Post”, it means that CGI Federal has just collected the passport and it is on the way to the US Consulate and Embassy. you all the required documents: my US visa, I-94, payslips, tax forms, proof of funds for you to apply for US visitors visa (B-2) at US Consulate in Hyderabad. Check B2 Parents Visa Documents for entire process and list of docs. Can you please share any info about similar experiences? I’m wondering if I can apply for NIE under humanitarian grounds. Hi , Please can. Experience 3 :NIE Experience with H1B Visa, Travel to US. Even though they are self sponsoring for the trip, they do not have computer knowledge. Experience 1 : F1 at Mumbai. B2 Visa Dropbox Renewal - question. Moved back to India in 2019. Sagar on US Visitor Visa(B2) for Parents – Process, Sample Documents; RS on Canada H1B Open Work. My mother in law is a house wife so I have. Hello, I am eligible for dropbox appointment and filled the DS160 form, followed the steps, and paid the fees. B1/B2 Appointments, Travel on NIE. RedBus2US Community How to sponsor B2 visa for my inlaws when my H1B extension in progress. Visitor Visa (B2) for USA – Documentation preparation & Visa Interview Hi Friends, My Parents got visiting visa (B2) for USA last week and I would like to give you a brief information on the Visiting Visa so that it helps others. reading time: 14 minutes. 1. B1/B2 Visa Appointments Updates . Hi, I have applied for B1/B2 visa in 04/10/2017. In process to B2 visa for my parents I am filling one of the required document is I-134 but I have. It looks like in the below screenshot. It used to show the page heading as “Schedule OFC Appointment“ and the dropdown to select interview. 56. Meanwhile the company i am working with has also filed H1-B petition for me and it got selected in lottery but since then USCIS shows my application under “Initial review” status, My employer told me it will be approved by. It was showing as Application Received for close to 10 days. So you suggest me not to apply and risk L1A. 490. Hello all, I applied for a B1/B2 visitor visa for my Dad at Mumbai consulate through Dropbox on March 08. First Round Lottery Done: They have. Dear, [ mention the name of recipient] Here I am writing this letter to you to convey that I would like to invite my brother-in-law whose full name is [ mention the full name] and he was born on [ mention the date of birth]. Rachana December 13, 2022, 8:59pm 1. In this article, we cover all details related to the CWOP stamp, including samples and. She is 17 years old. Background – Filing form, Fees, Bio-metrics : My parents recently attended the US Visitor Visa (B2) interview for the B-2 Visitor Visa at the Hyderabad Consulate and were issued the visa. Hi,I am in California and working for a big MNC and my family and my Brother’s family is in India. I have applied under B2. The Government of Canada announced a special program in June 2023 to attract H1B Visa holders currently living in the US. Experience 2: B2 Visitor Visa Stamping Experience at Hyderabad . Sample Bank Verification Letter for Visitor ( Parents ) – B2 Visa Green Card / Permanent ResidentAs most of you know, since September 1 st, 2019, it is mandatory to book appointment for Dropbox for US Visa in India. gov. An invite letter from College is great. While the B2 visa is typically short, lasting only around 5 – 10 minutes in most cases, you should allow 2 to 3 hours for your time at the Embassy or Consulate. Recently Mani attended H1B visa stamping interview at Chennai along with his wife. H1B Registration Start Date : Can submit registrations from March 1st, 2022, Noon EST. Hello, I have my B1/B2 visa appointment in a couple of weeks. Read What is 221g, Processing Times to know more. Due to covid epidemic USA Embassy/ Consulate stopped receiving Visa applications. VO approved VISA for my mother in law but rejected for my mother. RedBus2US – 4 Mar 20. The dropbox appointment went very well. The original i94 expired in May 2020. Praveen_Pulipaka April 1, 2023, 5:07pm #1. As you know, getting a US Visa appointment in India is very hard as the demand far exceeds the supply. USA B1/ B2 Visitor Visa. RedBus2US Community Users Experiences Visa Stamping Experiences. Step by step process guide to Apply B2 Visitor Visa for parents to visit USA. Hello there. However the cgi website is not giving a dropbox option. Lifestyle tips, USCIS updates ands much more. Ironically, many such H1B holders lose jobs due to situations at companies beyond their control. Experience 5: H1B with In Person Interview, 221g at New Delhi. You can check US Visa Stamping Experiences for the entire collection. Below is sample for H1B Visa, it has the end date of the approval notice from USCIS. 5. Hi There, My parents are visiting me at USA. H1B Visa is a Nonimmigrant Visa, you need select that in Step 1 and click on continue. While at this time some appointments are opened as far distant as 2025, please note that earlier appointments may become available as additional staffing resources. Below is the summary of the US Visa Appointments Status and situation as answered by Mr. General Guidance on US Consulates Operations in India for 2022 and 2023. Very grateful for the supportive community here 😊🙏🏽. Questions asked, and other tips from users from January 1st to February 8th, 2023 USA claps April 20, 2022, 8:17pm 1 Putting this out here if it helps anyone: This is for a B2 visa renewal for my mother who qualified for the interview waiver process at Chennai. This is why you see the process for FY 2023 start in March and petitions are accepted from April 1st, 2022 for FY 2023 season. 2: 758:RedBus2US Community B2 Visa Dropbox Renewal - question. No. Mother B2 VISA denied with 214 (B) Yesterday there was an interview for my mother and mother in law in half an hour of time difference. Thanks KarjaMy question is can i travel to US on B1/B2 visa with an invitation from my brother who is in US and then can i request for B1/B2 to F2 (dependent for my wife, she will be on OPT from Dec 2016). What he do? Sw engg with abc company. Usually 3 to 6 months, they are just additional supporting info and may not be the decision factor. Sample of US Port of Entry Stamp by CBP Officer – H1B Visa. B1/ B2 Visitor Visa. Rpawar846. Gbird7 August 6, 2023, 9:29am 1. US Visa Stamping Experiences in India – 2022 6. 13. It indicates that the US Consulate or Embassy has not received your passport and they have not started working on your case yet. Dolly1 February 28, 2022, 4:18am 1. Applying to US Schools for MS, MBA, PhD, Applying H1B visa.