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I got sponsored by an employer for H1B visa valid for one year that ends June 30, 2012. I could not join the work on time and my employer cancelled
Asked on Oct 10th, 2011 on Immigration - Connecticut
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the contract. However he is willing to give me the same job at the same place and project starting July 2012. My question is whether I can apply from extension of the original H1B directly from the embassy or I have to have a new h1 B petition?
Also I have interviews from other employers this year. I have a valid visitor visa on my passport as well as the H1B stamp. will it create a problem when entering the states on the visitor visa to attend the interviews having an H1B stamp?
Thanks a lot.
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Yes- a visitor's visa presumes nonimmigrant intent as well as intent not to work. A prior H-1B visa could be a signal that employment was or will be desired. It is recommended to heavily document your limited and specific purpose for entry with a visitor's visa and to convince the officials of your strong ties to your home country.
Answered on Oct 15th, 2011 at 1:15 PM