Can you switch companies before H1B stamping?

No, you can start working for your new company before the petition is approved, but once approved, there is no time limit for when you must start. However, keep in mind the expiration date of your H1B visa, and request an extension if necessary.

Can I do H1B transfer immediately after approval?

Qualifying workers for whom a petition was filed can begin work for the new employer immediately upon USCIS receiving the H1B visa transfer petition. However, it might be in the best interest of the employee (“safe harbor approach”) to wait until an approval is received before transferring.

Do I need to go for visa stamping If I change employer?

if you have H1B employment transfer approved, you don’t need visa stamping. your new H1B copy is your approval documents. you only need visa stamping when you enter the country. As long as you are staying in US no visa stamping is needed.

Is H-1B stamping mandatory?

If you are already in possession of an F1, L1, H4, or any other temporary visa and you have been successful with an application for an H1B visa (including the H1B visa stamping), you will need to have your visa stamped if you wish to leave and re-enter the country at any time while your visa is valid.

Can H-1B be transferred to another company?

Individuals with H-1B visa status, or previous status, have the ability to transfer to a different employer. In order for the H-1B holder to change employers, the new employer is required to submit an H-1B visa transfer petition with the USCIS. The H-1B visa holder cannot file on his/her own behalf.

Where can Indians get H-1B stamping?

In India, you can take appointment to any US consulate (Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai, or Kolkata). Appointment must be taken through www.USTravelDocs.com/in. Consulate also has priority/urgent appointment quota for people who are visiting India and need to do re-stamping.

Do we need H1B stamping after H1B transfer?

if you have H1B employment transfer approved, you don’t need visa stamping. your new H1B copy is your approval documents. you only need visa stamping when you enter the country.

Can I travel to Canada without H-1B stamp?

You are permitted to travel to Canada and Mexico for less than 30 days without a H-1B visa stamp in your passport (you still need to take the other documents mentioned above). For detailed information about automatic visa revalidation, please refer to the information provided on Department of State’s website .