Hi All,
Background: I am on L1A with my current employer (5th year expiring mid-Jan but an extension is an option). My new employer filed my H1 which got picked up in the lottery but it was filed without change of status. Now, I have to travel India (outside US) and get visa stamped and come back.
Issue: The challenge is that the wife is expecting and can not travel long distance. My lawyer told me that if I travel abroad to get visa stamped, my wife will be 'without any status' or illegal for a while, depending upon chnage of status timelines.
Can you please confirm my understanding above?
Few alternatives that were suggested to me:
1. Canada: As traveling to Canada could be an option considering it is won't be a long haul for my wife. But, I do not have US/Canada degree and considering the track record, there is some risk associated.
2. Extend my L1A as premium (i may have from my pocket) and file CoS which may take some time. However, new employer is unwilling to wait.
Please suggest the best option from above or based on your understanding.
Many Thanks!!! in advance
Background: I am on L1A with my current employer (5th year expiring mid-Jan but an extension is an option). My new employer filed my H1 which got picked up in the lottery but it was filed without change of status. Now, I have to travel India (outside US) and get visa stamped and come back.
Issue: The challenge is that the wife is expecting and can not travel long distance. My lawyer told me that if I travel abroad to get visa stamped, my wife will be 'without any status' or illegal for a while, depending upon chnage of status timelines.
Can you please confirm my understanding above?
Few alternatives that were suggested to me:
1. Canada: As traveling to Canada could be an option considering it is won't be a long haul for my wife. But, I do not have US/Canada degree and considering the track record, there is some risk associated.
2. Extend my L1A as premium (i may have from my pocket) and file CoS which may take some time. However, new employer is unwilling to wait.
Please suggest the best option from above or based on your understanding.
Many Thanks!!! in advance
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