FAQ: Where Can I Get My H1b Visa Stamped?

For a U.S. consulate to issue H1B visa stamp in your passport, the passport must be valid for 6 months after the expiration of a U.S. visa. The re-stamping can be done at any U.S. consulate out side of United States.

Where can I stamp my H1B visa?

If you hold work visa like H or L, you may need to get the re-stamping done for the extension of your expired visa. Re stamping can be done at any US consulate outside of USA. While some neighboring countries allow you to do re-stamping for foreign nationals.

Can I get my H1B visa stamped in any country?

Most visa holders return to their home country to obtain the H1B stamp (it cannot be done in the U.S.), but you can also elect to be processed in Mexico or Canada.

When can I get my H1B visa stamped?

As per their recommendation, you can apply for H1B visa stamping only 90 days prior to your H1B employment start date. So, if your start date is October 1^st for H1B visa status, you can apply for visa stamping anytime after July 1^{st .} To avoid last minute delays, start your visa stamping process in early July.

Can I stamp my H1B visa?

An H1B stamping cannot be done within the U.S. This means that when you are in the U.S, whether you are getting the H1B visa for the first time or you are getting it renewed, you cannot stamp it in the U.S Consulate within the U.S.

How long does it take to get H1B stamped in India?

H1B Visa stamping can take 1 to 4 weeks. Processing time varies with each US embassy too. If you are in your home country like India, you can expect to wait up to 4 weeks after a Visa interview to get stamped Passport in-hand.

Can we go to Mexico for H1B stamping?

Mexico: H1B to H4 change of status stamping in Mexico is allowed if you are currently on an H1B visa residing and working in the USA.

Can I get H-1B stamped outside India?

DEPENDENTS. Your dependents’ H-4 status is valid until the end validity date of their most recently issued I-94 cards. Your spouse and children may not accept employment in the U.S. without separate authorization since they are obtaining their H-4 status as the dependents of a temporary worker.

Can you get visa stamped in another country?

It is possible for you to get your visa stamped at the U.S consulate in a neighboring country to the U.S., but that involves more risk and processes. That’s why it can sometimes be easier for you to go to your home country to do it.

Who is eligible for Dropbox H-1B stamping?

For general drop box eligibility, your US visa had to be valid or expired on or after April 1^st, 2020. Now, with this 48 month eligibility change, you can apply for Dropbox Visa stamping, if your visa has expired on or after April 1^st, 2017.

What is the easiest way to get my first H-1B visa stamped if I am already in the US?

If you have your H-1B approved, have to get the H1B stamp before entering America. You can go for H-1B stamping to your nearby American consulate. Check with the US consulate on the earliest time and date to appear for your H-1B visa stamping interview.

Can I work on H1B receipt notice?

Q. Can I start working for my employer if I only have an H-1B transfer receipt and the petition has not been approved yet? Yes. As long as certain requirements are met, you may begin working at your new H-1B job before receiving approval as long as you have gotten a receipt that the USCIS has received your petition.

Can we transfer H1B without stamping?

Waiting until you have entered the U.S. is safer than getting an H-1B transfer before stamping since your employer’s petition cannot be withdrawn after the visa has been stamped. Then you can simply have the new employer file a second lottery-free petition on your behalf.

How long does it take to get H1B approval notice in mail?

USCIS takes 15 days to adjudicate plus mailing time for Approval Notice; a total of approximately 5 weeks. Employee has to obtain visa and travel to U.S., that takes approximately one month (longer if a background check is initiated).

What are the documents required for H1B visa stamping?

Documents Required for H-1B Stamping

• Appointment schedule letter.
• DS-160 barcode confirmation.
• Original H-1B visa approval notice (Form I-797)
• Letter for the H-1B visa application provided by your employer.
• Petition for nonimmigrant workers, Form I-129.
• Payment stubs for at least the last three months.