gc28262
12-10 05:47 PM
Can we do something about this.
Maybe we can go to a federal court saying it is discriminatory and get a ruling to that effect. This would stop "any" state from coming up with such legislation.
Many states have such rules. We need to deal with at a national/federal level.
We have too many items to worry about. DL should not be one of those.
In this country one cannot work without a driver's license. It is a matter of human rights. When USCIS gives us work authorization that has only 4 months remaining on it, a state ( Texas ) cannot say that I am not eligible to drive in this 4 months.
There is some disconnect here.
Isn't it something similar that happened when Gandhiji was thrown out of a train is South Africa. Gandhi was discriminated based on his color. We are being discriminated on immigration status for our right to work.
Maybe we can go to a federal court saying it is discriminatory and get a ruling to that effect. This would stop "any" state from coming up with such legislation.
Many states have such rules. We need to deal with at a national/federal level.
We have too many items to worry about. DL should not be one of those.
In this country one cannot work without a driver's license. It is a matter of human rights. When USCIS gives us work authorization that has only 4 months remaining on it, a state ( Texas ) cannot say that I am not eligible to drive in this 4 months.
There is some disconnect here.
Isn't it something similar that happened when Gandhiji was thrown out of a train is South Africa. Gandhi was discriminated based on his color. We are being discriminated on immigration status for our right to work.
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IVMovies
11-20 05:25 PM
I have updated my details and also I have discussed with Pratik who is a core member. I have given all my concerns to Pratik. If you are a core member and would like to know more of my details please contact Pratik Dakwala.
a_tyagi26
01-06 02:24 PM
Last year I had already filed for married filing jointly before stimulus check thing was in discussion. From what I understand once you file married filing jointly you cannot amend to married filing separately. You can amend otherwise.
Anyhow this year if I do my taxes separately I end up owing to IRS. Does anyone know where to look for info for amendment?
Thanks
Anyhow this year if I do my taxes separately I end up owing to IRS. Does anyone know where to look for info for amendment?
Thanks
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diptam
10-16 12:38 PM
Folks i got a LUD on my AP 7 days back and again LUD 5 days back. But the status didn't change nor i get any letter of so far.
Does this means i'm on my way to a RFE :) If they send RFE does that gets reflected on the Online Status ??
Thanks much!
I had the exact same RFE. I'm on H1 since 1998, and you can imagine how many times I have left and entered USA. I have about 8 H1B extensions. Here's what I sent...
1). Cover Letter stating list of document to show evidence of law ful status in US.
2). I-94 card issued by CBP at the last port of entry.
3). ALL the H1B extension notices issued by USCIS. Its important that there are no gaps in dates on the extension/change of status notices.
4). passport copy containing all US visas and entry and exit stamps.
5). A document explaining the entry and exit dates matching the stamps in the passport.
6). Few pay stubs from the current H1B/green card employer that you are currently working.
7). Few W-2s for last few years.
Usually the I-94 that is on the extension of stay issued by USCIS is the same number thats issued by CBP at the Port of Entry. So, USCIS should be able to match the entry and exit information and extension of stay notices
I'm sure they know that one surrenders the white I-94 card when they leave US.
Does this means i'm on my way to a RFE :) If they send RFE does that gets reflected on the Online Status ??
Thanks much!
I had the exact same RFE. I'm on H1 since 1998, and you can imagine how many times I have left and entered USA. I have about 8 H1B extensions. Here's what I sent...
1). Cover Letter stating list of document to show evidence of law ful status in US.
2). I-94 card issued by CBP at the last port of entry.
3). ALL the H1B extension notices issued by USCIS. Its important that there are no gaps in dates on the extension/change of status notices.
4). passport copy containing all US visas and entry and exit stamps.
5). A document explaining the entry and exit dates matching the stamps in the passport.
6). Few pay stubs from the current H1B/green card employer that you are currently working.
7). Few W-2s for last few years.
Usually the I-94 that is on the extension of stay issued by USCIS is the same number thats issued by CBP at the Port of Entry. So, USCIS should be able to match the entry and exit information and extension of stay notices
I'm sure they know that one surrenders the white I-94 card when they leave US.
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kartikiran
03-31 12:34 PM
done
glus
01-24 12:29 PM
exactly, and also, each member could add a signature to his posts to show his contributions and related items. This will not add any work to the IV, who is focusing on the imm relief now....
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ivar
03-12 02:24 PM
You need to have your old I-140 approved to port PD to your new I-140. If the old 140 is not approved by the time you file you new 140...thats fine. At a later stage when your old 140 gets approved have your lawyer send a letter to the processing center with PD porting request for the new one. At that time your new 140 can be in processing stage.
Hope this helps.
My Old I-140 (EB2) from previous employer is already approved but i left that company and joined a new company. I checked status of my Old I-140 online till today it shows approved and i have the original copy of my Old approved I-140. So the question is do i need to send a letter for porting the date after new I-140 is approved or the letter can be sent along with the application for new I-140. OR file new I-140 and later on send a letter to port priority date.
Second option that comes to my mind is, joining the previous employer again next year... but i am still thinking about that, i am already in my 5th year of H1b.
Thanks.
Hope this helps.
My Old I-140 (EB2) from previous employer is already approved but i left that company and joined a new company. I checked status of my Old I-140 online till today it shows approved and i have the original copy of my Old approved I-140. So the question is do i need to send a letter for porting the date after new I-140 is approved or the letter can be sent along with the application for new I-140. OR file new I-140 and later on send a letter to port priority date.
Second option that comes to my mind is, joining the previous employer again next year... but i am still thinking about that, i am already in my 5th year of H1b.
Thanks.
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brb2
10-05 03:52 PM
I agree 100%. Anything that affects business and competitiveness of the US will be always more important than sob stories of individuals. Latter is collateral:)
just an idea, but the reporter should probably speak to the employers of people who have left, and highlight instances where they have found it difficult to replace the departing employee.
USCs are probably more impressed by effect on the US than the hardships faced by us
just an idea, but the reporter should probably speak to the employers of people who have left, and highlight instances where they have found it difficult to replace the departing employee.
USCs are probably more impressed by effect on the US than the hardships faced by us
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NolaIndian32
02-12 02:13 PM
Wow, I am really excited about all the support!
I know that with the weather up north (yep, I am in the deep south) it may seem impossible to train/run/walk now, but you can run indoors on a treadmill, cross train on the elliptical machine and even use indoor running tracks. At my gym, I manage to do 8 mile training runs on the indoor track, guys that is 81 laps around this itty bitty track! :) Nutty? yes; but when you are motivated, you can find a way.
The three national events we pick can be for later in the year, but each Team IV member can run local events (weather permitting) accross the country. The fundraising can be 3 events per Team IV member per year. That would be in keeping with the 3 national events we pick.
My idea is for Team IV members to host a targetted fund raising campaign - which is divided into 3 events over the span of 1 year. I have a host of ideas to present on activities you can do and you only have to choose 3 of them for the year. We can get into these details after I run my ideas by the Coordinator Group.
I am going to set up the Group this week, so those who have responded to me, look out for my e-mail from my yahoo account.
Let me just say this much for now. I have run several long distance races over the past 10 years in the US and each and everytime that I have run for a cause, I found myself more motivated to train and I had more fun throughout the process.
Another point I should have made earlier. America today is concerned about obesity and "which is the fatest or more obese state in the nation". We are constantly seeing news articles and polls about these topics. Let it be know that the legal immigrant community of IV promotes a healthy lifestyle by its Team IV campaign. Another positive spin-off for our community and IV.
Thanks everyone for your support and ideas, I am going to start working with the Senior Members this week.
I know that with the weather up north (yep, I am in the deep south) it may seem impossible to train/run/walk now, but you can run indoors on a treadmill, cross train on the elliptical machine and even use indoor running tracks. At my gym, I manage to do 8 mile training runs on the indoor track, guys that is 81 laps around this itty bitty track! :) Nutty? yes; but when you are motivated, you can find a way.
The three national events we pick can be for later in the year, but each Team IV member can run local events (weather permitting) accross the country. The fundraising can be 3 events per Team IV member per year. That would be in keeping with the 3 national events we pick.
My idea is for Team IV members to host a targetted fund raising campaign - which is divided into 3 events over the span of 1 year. I have a host of ideas to present on activities you can do and you only have to choose 3 of them for the year. We can get into these details after I run my ideas by the Coordinator Group.
I am going to set up the Group this week, so those who have responded to me, look out for my e-mail from my yahoo account.
Let me just say this much for now. I have run several long distance races over the past 10 years in the US and each and everytime that I have run for a cause, I found myself more motivated to train and I had more fun throughout the process.
Another point I should have made earlier. America today is concerned about obesity and "which is the fatest or more obese state in the nation". We are constantly seeing news articles and polls about these topics. Let it be know that the legal immigrant community of IV promotes a healthy lifestyle by its Team IV campaign. Another positive spin-off for our community and IV.
Thanks everyone for your support and ideas, I am going to start working with the Senior Members this week.
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desi3933
06-25 03:10 PM
1) Sep 16 2007 to Apr 2008 is > 6months so you cannot apply for 797 renewal to get a new i94 indirectly.
Incorrect.
It is 6 months before status expiry date (I-94). This is not linked with visa stamp expiry date. You are mixing visa status dates with visa dates.
2) Currently your status is H1 , if you use AP then ur status will becom Parolee and if you use EAD then "???"
Incorrect.
Just using AP does NOT invalidates H1 status. Using EAD does.
I think of these solutions...
1) Exit and Enter the country to match with your 797 dates.
or
2) Talk to your employer ,find a temporary employer to switch your h1 and switch back to your current employer. (do premium if necessary ).
Simple solution is to file H1 extension before I-94 date.
See above in Blue.
Not a legal advice
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desi3933 at gmail.com
Incorrect.
It is 6 months before status expiry date (I-94). This is not linked with visa stamp expiry date. You are mixing visa status dates with visa dates.
2) Currently your status is H1 , if you use AP then ur status will becom Parolee and if you use EAD then "???"
Incorrect.
Just using AP does NOT invalidates H1 status. Using EAD does.
I think of these solutions...
1) Exit and Enter the country to match with your 797 dates.
or
2) Talk to your employer ,find a temporary employer to switch your h1 and switch back to your current employer. (do premium if necessary ).
Simple solution is to file H1 extension before I-94 date.
See above in Blue.
Not a legal advice
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desi3933 at gmail.com
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illinois_alum
07-15 05:44 PM
Hello,
I am sure others might have noticed that 485 processing dates at NSC (for example) have literally crawled from the beginning of the year to now. Here are the processing dates (per USCIS status).
https://egov.uscis.gov/cris/jsps/Processtimes.jsp?SeviceCenter=NSC
12/15/2007 Status - 04/24/2007
01/15/2008 - 07/19/2007
06/15/2008 - 07/28/2007
Thats roughly 9/10 days worth of 485 processing from mid-Jan to mid-Jun 2008. I wonder what the processing date looks like for the mid-July status update (which should probably be out tomorrow).
For one thing - there would be thousands of applications between 07/19 and 07/28 (mine being one of those :D) and the other is that the USCIS doesnt pre-adjudicate. Since the PD has only moved recently, the processing dates didnt move that rapidly
I am sure others might have noticed that 485 processing dates at NSC (for example) have literally crawled from the beginning of the year to now. Here are the processing dates (per USCIS status).
https://egov.uscis.gov/cris/jsps/Processtimes.jsp?SeviceCenter=NSC
12/15/2007 Status - 04/24/2007
01/15/2008 - 07/19/2007
06/15/2008 - 07/28/2007
Thats roughly 9/10 days worth of 485 processing from mid-Jan to mid-Jun 2008. I wonder what the processing date looks like for the mid-July status update (which should probably be out tomorrow).
For one thing - there would be thousands of applications between 07/19 and 07/28 (mine being one of those :D) and the other is that the USCIS doesnt pre-adjudicate. Since the PD has only moved recently, the processing dates didnt move that rapidly
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nozerd
08-11 10:25 AM
Is there anyone on the forum who is currently doing a daily commute between Canada & US in general, or Windsor and Detroit in particular ?
Can you please share your experiences ? Good or Bad
What are the frustrations,hassles, issues in doing this.
I have heard that during work commute hours the cars kleep moving fast and officials doint delay if you have proper papers, but on weekends its a nightmare (so wont affect us).
Any real experiences you can share will be appreciated.
Also p[pl from Detroit, MI can you share info on your city. Major employers, good areas to visit/live, desi life and culture etc.
Thanks
Can you please share your experiences ? Good or Bad
What are the frustrations,hassles, issues in doing this.
I have heard that during work commute hours the cars kleep moving fast and officials doint delay if you have proper papers, but on weekends its a nightmare (so wont affect us).
Any real experiences you can share will be appreciated.
Also p[pl from Detroit, MI can you share info on your city. Major employers, good areas to visit/live, desi life and culture etc.
Thanks
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helpful_leo
02-23 02:57 PM
2/ What can we do to communicate our agenda to senators and congressmen?
The most effective method is to fax your suggestions to the lawmakers� offices across the country. We should start with the sponsors and co-sponsors of the PACE bill. Pls learn how you can access PACE co-sponsors names in the 3rd post at this thread:
http://immigrationvoice.org/forum/showthread.php?t=151
Also in the above thread (1st post) you will find a word attachment that articulates our basic agenda. Please use material freely from that letter, or even the whole letter itself, to communicate with your lawmakers.
This is the link to contact details and web pages of various senators:
http://www.senate.gov/general/contact_information/senators_cfm.cfm
Find your senator�s name and webpage listed there and fax your letters to them at the numbers listed under Contact Me. Pls note that for the most part, you can contact only the senator of your home state. So, for e.g., if you live in New Mexico, you have to contact only the senators from NM. Please include your name, address, phone number and e-mail id in your fax. Due to this limitation, it is very important that we connect with PhDs in various states so that we can contact all senators and congressmen across the country.
Once you fax it to them, they will most likely contact you with questions or to just thank you for your letter/ fax. If you do not hear from them in 3-5 days, it is advisable to call up their office and ask if they received your message and how they are following it up.
The most effective method is to fax your suggestions to the lawmakers� offices across the country. We should start with the sponsors and co-sponsors of the PACE bill. Pls learn how you can access PACE co-sponsors names in the 3rd post at this thread:
http://immigrationvoice.org/forum/showthread.php?t=151
Also in the above thread (1st post) you will find a word attachment that articulates our basic agenda. Please use material freely from that letter, or even the whole letter itself, to communicate with your lawmakers.
This is the link to contact details and web pages of various senators:
http://www.senate.gov/general/contact_information/senators_cfm.cfm
Find your senator�s name and webpage listed there and fax your letters to them at the numbers listed under Contact Me. Pls note that for the most part, you can contact only the senator of your home state. So, for e.g., if you live in New Mexico, you have to contact only the senators from NM. Please include your name, address, phone number and e-mail id in your fax. Due to this limitation, it is very important that we connect with PhDs in various states so that we can contact all senators and congressmen across the country.
Once you fax it to them, they will most likely contact you with questions or to just thank you for your letter/ fax. If you do not hear from them in 3-5 days, it is advisable to call up their office and ask if they received your message and how they are following it up.
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pappu
04-07 12:47 PM
Can you please let us know if we are making progress towards unused Visa Recapture ? Thanks
We are in Phase 2 of the campaign. Please contact your state chapter to join this effort.
We are in Phase 2 of the campaign. Please contact your state chapter to join this effort.
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alterego
12-03 12:09 AM
It certainly seems like the RFE rate for supportive evidence has increased recently. Certainly for the 140 cases but also for other petitions as well. I had never received an RFE before, but recently got 2 for different petitions. An RFE always makes you a little antsy no matter how routine it is.
We are also hearing about PERM audits higher and denials also more frequently.
So far the RFEs seem to be for the common issues, like ability to pay, education qualifications etc.
It might be a good idea for someone to compile a list of typical RFEs at various stages. The rest of us can start adding for the benefit of those who get one in the future. In fact it might have been done already. I remember Logiclife putting something together during that 485 filing time in July/Aug.
We are also hearing about PERM audits higher and denials also more frequently.
So far the RFEs seem to be for the common issues, like ability to pay, education qualifications etc.
It might be a good idea for someone to compile a list of typical RFEs at various stages. The rest of us can start adding for the benefit of those who get one in the future. In fact it might have been done already. I remember Logiclife putting something together during that 485 filing time in July/Aug.
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gene77
10-19 02:31 PM
If possible, speak to the attorney directly - try not to believe the paralegals unless they have your utmost trust.
Just my 2c.
Just my 2c.
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jatinr
11-12 05:20 PM
You can enquire with the Canadian authorities if they will collect it and pass it on the US post. If not you can take a U turn once you enter Canada and go back to US to give them the I-94 and take a U turn again to re-enter Canada.
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user9
06-04 11:33 PM
Seems like finally you nailed it Dhundhun...:)
Also at
http://www.uscis.gov/portal/site/uscis/menuitem.5af9bb95919f35e66f614176543f6d1a/?vgnextoid=96b53591ec04d010VgnVCM10000048f3d6a1RCR D&vgnextchannel=52a46c854523d010VgnVCM10000048f3d6a1 RCRD
read under the section
Applications/Petitions filed at this Service Center
Since all applications and petitions adjudicated at the NSC are entered into the electronic receipting systems for tracking, any application or petition received at the NSC and that has been accepted elsewhere by a USCIS office will be assigned a "LIN" (short for Lincoln.) number.
Also, just today, my lawyer asked me to file where the I485 is pending. After I filled the application online today, it too generated the LIN address where my 485 is pending, although I have now moved to PA which is under the Texas service center.
I have a quick question for everyone who has filed online. The I765 that is generated and appended at the end of the receipt pdf is an older version for me. The top left corner header is U.S. Department of Homeland Security,
Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Service and the top right header is some OMB# and Expires 04-30-05. The bottom right footer reads Form I-765 (Rev. 5/09/02)Y
Q11. Also reads
Have you ever before applied for employment authorization from BCIS?
Which CIS Office?
Did anyone of you get the same older version. Because I would expect the online receipt form to resemble the latest paper version. Which it doesn't..atleast for me?? :confused::confused:
Please respond...Thanks...
Where to send application? This is part of instructions describing Federal Code Section "8 CFR 274a.12" and where to send.
We understand that http://www.uscis.gov/files/form/I-765instr.pdf is main reference.
This document also summarizes where to send EAD application: http://www.visapro.com/US-INS-Forms/Form-I-765.asp.
for (c)(9) I-485 pending
-- #1 Either Service Center with jurisdiction over your residence (NSC or TSC)
-- #2 or Local Office - depending on where your case is pending
The #1 is consistent with http://www.uscis.gov/files/form/I-765instr.pdf. I am confused about it #2 and perhaps my interpretation is not correct. NSC and TSC is not Local Office. As long as case is with NSC and TSC, we may need to send I-765 based on juridiction.
I have other observation also: http://www..com/discussion-forums/i765-1/121036147/last-page/
People are filing based on #1 and #2 above and it has been going OK. Seems that USCIS is able to process regardless.
Also at
http://www.uscis.gov/portal/site/uscis/menuitem.5af9bb95919f35e66f614176543f6d1a/?vgnextoid=96b53591ec04d010VgnVCM10000048f3d6a1RCR D&vgnextchannel=52a46c854523d010VgnVCM10000048f3d6a1 RCRD
read under the section
Applications/Petitions filed at this Service Center
Since all applications and petitions adjudicated at the NSC are entered into the electronic receipting systems for tracking, any application or petition received at the NSC and that has been accepted elsewhere by a USCIS office will be assigned a "LIN" (short for Lincoln.) number.
Also, just today, my lawyer asked me to file where the I485 is pending. After I filled the application online today, it too generated the LIN address where my 485 is pending, although I have now moved to PA which is under the Texas service center.
I have a quick question for everyone who has filed online. The I765 that is generated and appended at the end of the receipt pdf is an older version for me. The top left corner header is U.S. Department of Homeland Security,
Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Service and the top right header is some OMB# and Expires 04-30-05. The bottom right footer reads Form I-765 (Rev. 5/09/02)Y
Q11. Also reads
Have you ever before applied for employment authorization from BCIS?
Which CIS Office?
Did anyone of you get the same older version. Because I would expect the online receipt form to resemble the latest paper version. Which it doesn't..atleast for me?? :confused::confused:
Please respond...Thanks...
Where to send application? This is part of instructions describing Federal Code Section "8 CFR 274a.12" and where to send.
We understand that http://www.uscis.gov/files/form/I-765instr.pdf is main reference.
This document also summarizes where to send EAD application: http://www.visapro.com/US-INS-Forms/Form-I-765.asp.
for (c)(9) I-485 pending
-- #1 Either Service Center with jurisdiction over your residence (NSC or TSC)
-- #2 or Local Office - depending on where your case is pending
The #1 is consistent with http://www.uscis.gov/files/form/I-765instr.pdf. I am confused about it #2 and perhaps my interpretation is not correct. NSC and TSC is not Local Office. As long as case is with NSC and TSC, we may need to send I-765 based on juridiction.
I have other observation also: http://www..com/discussion-forums/i765-1/121036147/last-page/
People are filing based on #1 and #2 above and it has been going OK. Seems that USCIS is able to process regardless.
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ajm
04-13 08:42 PM
I never demanded permanent residence in the US as my right. But I have the right to have my LCA adjudicated in a reasonable time (months, not years) by the US administration. Months, not years! I am here legally, I work hard for this country, pay honestly my taxes and I am entitled to get a quick reply to my application. If it is rejected, OK! Fair enough, I will look for other opportunities.
A company invites you for an interview. You meet them over the course of a few hours and expect an offer. But they don't get back to you. So do you keep waiting forever for that phone call? Or do you assume that you didn't get the job and move on?
We HAVE a choice of going back to our home country: if some of us (me included) choose not to take it, it's because we think the GC will more than compensate for the opportunities we are losing currently.
Don't get me wrong: the US government should fix the broken immigration system. American citizens would never tolerate the tardy service we suffer at the hands of the DOL/USCIS. But in not "voting with our feet" we are part of the problem. Just imagine, if a substantial fraction of H1 visa holders left the US tomorrow (and quoted the backlogs as the cause) wouldn't that get more attention than all our efforts so far?
A company invites you for an interview. You meet them over the course of a few hours and expect an offer. But they don't get back to you. So do you keep waiting forever for that phone call? Or do you assume that you didn't get the job and move on?
We HAVE a choice of going back to our home country: if some of us (me included) choose not to take it, it's because we think the GC will more than compensate for the opportunities we are losing currently.
Don't get me wrong: the US government should fix the broken immigration system. American citizens would never tolerate the tardy service we suffer at the hands of the DOL/USCIS. But in not "voting with our feet" we are part of the problem. Just imagine, if a substantial fraction of H1 visa holders left the US tomorrow (and quoted the backlogs as the cause) wouldn't that get more attention than all our efforts so far?
dce.deepak
03-31 03:45 PM
Done
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09-18 10:07 PM
Great Job...
