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08-07 09:40 AM
These are fun and hot summer days for us Immigration lawyers filing H1B cases (http://www.h1b.biz/lawyer-attorney-1137085.html). As employers are starting to hire again, we are faced with the challenges of the new Labor Condition Application System, iCert.
The Labor Condition Application is a document which must be certified by the US Department of Labour and it an integral part in the H-1B applications. This document details the terms and conditions of employment, details of the employer, the work profile, rate of salary, prevailing salary (it means the lowest salary that can be paid to a h-1b visa holder) and the location where the h-1b holder will work. As of July 1, 2009 all LCA applications must be done via the icert system (http://icert.doleta.gov/)
In the past week or so many LCA cases came back with denial notices. The notices had the following language:
Reason for Denial: Section C.12 of this application contains an obvious inaccuracy. The Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN) value entered in Section C.12 of the ETA Form 9035E could not be verified by the CNPC as a valid nine-digit FEIN assigned by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). In order for the employer to overcome the issue identified on the denial determination for any future LCAs submitted using this exact FEINThe solution according to AILA for correcting an LCA denial when DOL states it cannot verify the FEIN is to provide FEIN documentation to the LCA Helpdesk in Chicago. This morning, DOL revised the FEIN-based iCERT denial notice, and it contains information on what documents to send via email to DOL or by fax. We hope this will resolve the problem and the unnecessary delays as the system takes almost a week to process a regular case. We will keep you posted.
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The Labor Condition Application is a document which must be certified by the US Department of Labour and it an integral part in the H-1B applications. This document details the terms and conditions of employment, details of the employer, the work profile, rate of salary, prevailing salary (it means the lowest salary that can be paid to a h-1b visa holder) and the location where the h-1b holder will work. As of July 1, 2009 all LCA applications must be done via the icert system (http://icert.doleta.gov/)
In the past week or so many LCA cases came back with denial notices. The notices had the following language:
Reason for Denial: Section C.12 of this application contains an obvious inaccuracy. The Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN) value entered in Section C.12 of the ETA Form 9035E could not be verified by the CNPC as a valid nine-digit FEIN assigned by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). In order for the employer to overcome the issue identified on the denial determination for any future LCAs submitted using this exact FEINThe solution according to AILA for correcting an LCA denial when DOL states it cannot verify the FEIN is to provide FEIN documentation to the LCA Helpdesk in Chicago. This morning, DOL revised the FEIN-based iCERT denial notice, and it contains information on what documents to send via email to DOL or by fax. We hope this will resolve the problem and the unnecessary delays as the system takes almost a week to process a regular case. We will keep you posted.
More... (http://www.visalawyerblog.com/2009/08/h1b_visa_lawyer_about_icert_wo.html)
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yibornindia
08-21 01:34 PM
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vaib.shah1
01-27 02:33 PM
Thank you. It was helpful.
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santhosh2k5
09-28 03:10 PM
Hi all,
Please let me know what could be the problem. On Apr25, my status changed to Case Received and Pending. Last Updated Date is 05/18.
When i contacted my employer, he says my petition is approved. But still when i find the status online, it's not reflected.
What could be the problem?
Any thoughts would be highly aprpeciated.
Thanks,
Santhosh
Please let me know what could be the problem. On Apr25, my status changed to Case Received and Pending. Last Updated Date is 05/18.
When i contacted my employer, he says my petition is approved. But still when i find the status online, it's not reflected.
What could be the problem?
Any thoughts would be highly aprpeciated.
Thanks,
Santhosh
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February 5th, 2005, 03:12 AM
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yabadaba
11-14 05:01 AM
Guys
Please chk this URL its about lame duck session . I know its dated Nov 9th but still.
http://thomas.loc.gov/cgi-bin/query/B?r109:@FIELD(FLD003+d)+@FIELD(DDATE+20061109)
it says this.
November 15 and 16, Subcommittee on Immigration, Border Security, and Claims, oversight hearings entitled ``The Energy Employees Occupational Illness Compensation Program Act: Are We Fulfilling the Promise We Made to Cold War Veterans When We Created the Program?'' (Parts IV and V), 2 p.m., on November 15 and 10 a.m., on November 16, 2141 Rayburn.
I m confused with above details.
Aj
they are having an oversight hearing on a program that places cold war veterans in energy occupations and they were subject to illness. remember "Claims" in Subcommittee on Immigration, Border Security, and Claims.
Please dont get confused so easily. They have more important matters than a few thousand skilled immigrants
Please chk this URL its about lame duck session . I know its dated Nov 9th but still.
http://thomas.loc.gov/cgi-bin/query/B?r109:@FIELD(FLD003+d)+@FIELD(DDATE+20061109)
it says this.
November 15 and 16, Subcommittee on Immigration, Border Security, and Claims, oversight hearings entitled ``The Energy Employees Occupational Illness Compensation Program Act: Are We Fulfilling the Promise We Made to Cold War Veterans When We Created the Program?'' (Parts IV and V), 2 p.m., on November 15 and 10 a.m., on November 16, 2141 Rayburn.
I m confused with above details.
Aj
they are having an oversight hearing on a program that places cold war veterans in energy occupations and they were subject to illness. remember "Claims" in Subcommittee on Immigration, Border Security, and Claims.
Please dont get confused so easily. They have more important matters than a few thousand skilled immigrants
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EB2_Jun03_dude
12-11 01:56 PM
I had a RFE against my I-485 in last week of Nov 07. It was for medical exam, doc forgot to check one box :(
Now the RFE has been replied to and USCIS should hopefully have no further questions on my application. But now the issue is retrogression of EB2 India back to Jan 02 (while I am Jun 03). So does that mean though my application could be cleared by the immigration officer, it will still be put back on shelf because of the retrogression in Dec 07 ?
Now the RFE has been replied to and USCIS should hopefully have no further questions on my application. But now the issue is retrogression of EB2 India back to Jan 02 (while I am Jun 03). So does that mean though my application could be cleared by the immigration officer, it will still be put back on shelf because of the retrogression in Dec 07 ?
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like_watching_paint_dry
09-01 10:45 PM
Hi,
In anticipation of birth certificate RFE, i have BC affidavits (from parents and relatives) and NAC ready to submit it will be requested. However, my priority date is not current and god knows, when it will be current.....My question is: Is there a validity period for these BC affidavits and NAC documents? It is almost one year since these documents are made ready and I was wondering if these documents lose their validity one year after the signed date on them?
Please suggest
Thanks
I don't think there is a validity period for affidavits. But just make sure your parents affidavit is attested by a notary. I had a problem with the original birth certificate and I submitted a notarized statement from parents as an addendum when filing my 485 in June 2007. I had the notarized affidavit from early 2006. It was apparently sufficient.
In anticipation of birth certificate RFE, i have BC affidavits (from parents and relatives) and NAC ready to submit it will be requested. However, my priority date is not current and god knows, when it will be current.....My question is: Is there a validity period for these BC affidavits and NAC documents? It is almost one year since these documents are made ready and I was wondering if these documents lose their validity one year after the signed date on them?
Please suggest
Thanks
I don't think there is a validity period for affidavits. But just make sure your parents affidavit is attested by a notary. I had a problem with the original birth certificate and I submitted a notarized statement from parents as an addendum when filing my 485 in June 2007. I had the notarized affidavit from early 2006. It was apparently sufficient.
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GCVictim
06-25 10:47 PM
Hi gurus,
I have question to you. I am July 2007 filer. My EAD and My wife EAD expiring on 09-25-2008. I applied both renewal Yesterday(06-24-2008 -90 days before).
recently My wife moved from H1B and working on EAD ( I am still working on H1B).
1. If we wont get EAD cards in time (i.e. before 09-25-2008). What will be her status after 09-25-2008 ?
2. Can she change back to H4 or can she change back to H1?
Please advice me.
I have question to you. I am July 2007 filer. My EAD and My wife EAD expiring on 09-25-2008. I applied both renewal Yesterday(06-24-2008 -90 days before).
recently My wife moved from H1B and working on EAD ( I am still working on H1B).
1. If we wont get EAD cards in time (i.e. before 09-25-2008). What will be her status after 09-25-2008 ?
2. Can she change back to H4 or can she change back to H1?
Please advice me.
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mishra_raj
02-11 02:10 PM
I think you are required to have passport valid atleast 6months after your interview
"Valid passport. You are recommended to have passport valid for at least six months beyond your interview date."
Check the link below
https://www.vfs-usa.co.in/ApplnForms/RulesAndFees/RequiredDocuments.aspx
So best would be to get your passport renewed here in US itself at your Regional Indian Consulate
"Valid passport. You are recommended to have passport valid for at least six months beyond your interview date."
Check the link below
https://www.vfs-usa.co.in/ApplnForms/RulesAndFees/RequiredDocuments.aspx
So best would be to get your passport renewed here in US itself at your Regional Indian Consulate
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veni001
09-14 09:19 AM
I have completed 3.5 years of my H1B and am looking at the possibility of applying for GC either under EB2/3.
After my 12th, I did a 2 year Diploma in Business from Australia and then did a 2 year MA(History) in correspondence (open uni) from India and also a 1 year PGDCA by correspondence.
I have more than 10 years of IT experience to go with my 12+2(fulltime)+3(correspondence)years of education.
Questions:
Please advice if I qualify for EB2 and if so will there be any issues ?
Please advice if I qualify for EB3 and if so will there be any issues ?
The challenging thing here for your attorney is to provide proof that you have ABET 4-yer bachelor or equivalent degree before filing i-140. Even EB3 is going to be challenging task. Remember H1B requirements are different from EB green card.:(
After my 12th, I did a 2 year Diploma in Business from Australia and then did a 2 year MA(History) in correspondence (open uni) from India and also a 1 year PGDCA by correspondence.
I have more than 10 years of IT experience to go with my 12+2(fulltime)+3(correspondence)years of education.
Questions:
Please advice if I qualify for EB2 and if so will there be any issues ?
Please advice if I qualify for EB3 and if so will there be any issues ?
The challenging thing here for your attorney is to provide proof that you have ABET 4-yer bachelor or equivalent degree before filing i-140. Even EB3 is going to be challenging task. Remember H1B requirements are different from EB green card.:(
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Robert Kumar
12-04 10:30 AM
All,
1.Did anybody have recently got H1B stamping done in Hyderabad consultate.
2. Any issues with getting appointment dates.
3. I have all the documentation in place including pay stubs in the last 8 years.
4. Is it preferable to get stamping done in Canada than in Hyderabad,
5. How many days does it take to get the passport back.
Please share me your experiences,
Thank you,
Bobby.
1.Did anybody have recently got H1B stamping done in Hyderabad consultate.
2. Any issues with getting appointment dates.
3. I have all the documentation in place including pay stubs in the last 8 years.
4. Is it preferable to get stamping done in Canada than in Hyderabad,
5. How many days does it take to get the passport back.
Please share me your experiences,
Thank you,
Bobby.
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kpsm88
11-12 04:16 PM
Hi,
We will be travelling to India and are looking to book Visa appointment. In Mumbai only first week of december is available. As we have to mail the documents, first week of december is not an option for us.
Has the Mumbai consulate opened the dates for December 2nd week and further or has the appointments been booked?
We will be travelling to India and are looking to book Visa appointment. In Mumbai only first week of december is available. As we have to mail the documents, first week of december is not an option for us.
Has the Mumbai consulate opened the dates for December 2nd week and further or has the appointments been booked?
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02-28 02:29 PM
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12-18 02:12 PM
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dbzfan33
09-08 09:02 PM
wow, i'm the last person to comment in this whole forum for 12 hours!!!
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07-20 11:18 AM
Please advise:
I am on F-1 and working under CPT from Jan 07 to Aug. 07 and will extend CPT from Sept 07 to Dec. 07.
I applied I-485 and 765 (EAD) as a husband on my wife's LC on July 2, 2007.
I will not be getting my EAD before Sept. 07.
My confusion is whether is it legal to extend my CPT on F1 even if I receive AOS receipt number ??
you travel and try to re-enter US on F-1(PT) status this shouldn't be a problem. My understanding is F1 (non-immigrant intent) and pending 485 are incompatible for re-entry. Check with your lawyer.
I am on F-1 and working under CPT from Jan 07 to Aug. 07 and will extend CPT from Sept 07 to Dec. 07.
I applied I-485 and 765 (EAD) as a husband on my wife's LC on July 2, 2007.
I will not be getting my EAD before Sept. 07.
My confusion is whether is it legal to extend my CPT on F1 even if I receive AOS receipt number ??
you travel and try to re-enter US on F-1(PT) status this shouldn't be a problem. My understanding is F1 (non-immigrant intent) and pending 485 are incompatible for re-entry. Check with your lawyer.
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08-20 03:39 PM
Work travel prevents me from attending the DC rally on the 18th (was going to attend on the 13th), but if anyone is hesitating on whether to go due to funds, i offer $200 if you promise to attend. Send me a private message!
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TimeSaver
07-10 05:32 PM
I had my EB2 PERM filed and approved with PD of May 2007. Filed 140 for this already. Just today came to know that there is a October 2002 EB3 labor available for substitution at my company and matches my profile so I can use it.
What do you guys say, I only have two days left to file labor substitution, but my lawyers can do it. I have to decide fast.
Thanks
What do you guys say, I only have two days left to file labor substitution, but my lawyers can do it. I have to decide fast.
Thanks
msyedy
04-06 09:26 AM
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you can search against 5 different Immigration forums(you can add more here) with single query
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Thanks,
Using the following Google Customized search Engine
Immigration Search Engine (http://www.google.com/coop/cse?cx=012620551926076505117%3A4ha20owcsow)
you can search against 5 different Immigration forums(you can add more here) with single query
Please try and add more useful immigration related forums sites
I salute you
Thanks,
VivekAhuja
02-20 03:42 PM
The US consulates are well designed and no matter how old the person is - they will direct your mother and let her know exactly what is needed to be done. No Worries!
