What does I-129 approval mean?

What does I-129 approval mean?

Approval of the form makes the worker eligible to start or continue working at the job (on or after the indicated start date) if already in the United States. If the worker is not already in the United States, an approved Form I-129 may be used to submit a visa application associated with that status.

What is H Classification Supplement to Form I-129?

The I-129 Supplement for H Classification needs to be completed by employer petitioners sponsoring a foreign national in any primary H visa classification. These classifications include H-1B, H-2A, H-2B, and H-3. (Also see Improving Your Changes of Getting an H-1B Visa.)

What happens after Form I-129 is approved?

When USCIS approves an I-129 petition, it will issue an approval notice (Form 797, Notice of Action). Your employer states in the petition that you will be employed from April 1, 2022 through March 31, 2025. When USCIS issues the approval notice, it will state that your H-1B status is valid for those exact dates.

How long does it take for I-129 to be approved?

USCIS guarantees 15-calendar day processing of a Form I-129 through the Premium Processing Service. The 15-day period begins when USCIS receives USCIS will refund the premium processing fee if it fails to process the Form I-129 within 15 calendar days of the receipt of the Form I-129 with the Form I-907.

What can I do after my 129 petition is approved?

What happens after my I-129F (K-1 fiancé) petition is approved?

• Eventually, your fiancé will have to complete the DS-160: Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application and submit required documents.
• Your fiancé will visit a U.S. consulate or embassy abroad (in his or her country) and apply for a visa.

Do I need I-129 for visa interview?

You must bring your I-129 petition receipt number and a copy of your Form I-797 to your interview at the Embassy or Consulate in order to verify your petition’s approval.

Is I-129 same as I-797?

The I-129 is a multipage form that your employer submits to the INS. I-797 is usually a single (double sided) notice with a statue of liberty watermark.

Can I work while my I-129 is pending?

Once you have been issued parole and your EAD is granted, you may continue to work in your current position until a decision is made on your petition. You may only work for the employer filing the Form I-129 on your behalf, until that petition is adjudicated by USCIS.

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Who is eligible for H1B visa?

To qualify for the H-1B visa category, the prospective H-1B employee must hold a U.S. bachelor’s or higher degree, or the equivalent. The person must hold a U.S. equivalent 4 years’ bachelor’s or higher degree from an accredited college or university.