**IMP** Surprise visit from USCIS

[Siddhartha]

Hi,

I have an approved H1-B petition. But I am currently on my L1-B and haven't yet converted to H1. I intended to continue with my L1 untill I get something good.

However today morning I got a surprise visit from USCIS. There were 2 officers and they had questioned me for about 2 hours. I must admit, I goofed up a bit as I wasn't prepared.

Their questions include like:
1. Why Haven't I switched to H1 yet?
2. If I plan to switch to my H1 now?
3. Do I suspect anything fraud about my sponsor?
4. Have I paid any money?

After all this conversation they informed that my H1 petition will be revoked. They didn't give any clear answers on the reason. But said that I/my employer would get the notice and that would have all the information.

I am not sure how that would impact and what are the options I have! They did reply saying that this shouldnt impact my current status as I havent yet accepted my H1 status.

But I am not sure of this and is unaware of the options that I have. Also I would be applying for a fresh L1 later this year. I am not sure if that would also be impact because of this.

All your advice is highly appreciated.

[shervin143]

Maybe they were auditing the company. This shouldn't impact your future petitions. Your L1 extension will have no impact because of this as long as the reason for revoking the petition is not you. If issue is with you, then they might have revoked your L1 too. So I don't think you need to worry so much. You can still transfer your H1B to a different employer under the same CAP (as you are already CAP counted).

[Siddhartha]

Thanks shervin,

They did say at one point that dont loose your sleep over this and continue to work on your current visa. But just wanted to get the expert opinion.

"You can still transfer your H1B to a different employer under the same CAP (as you are already CAP counted)"

is there any place where I can get more information about this!

Thanks again.

[shervin143]

Google or consult an immigration attorney.

"You can still transfer your H1B to a different employer under the same CAP (as you are already CAP counted)"

is there any place where I can get more information about this!

Thanks again.