land_of_opportunity
07-19 12:33 PM
gunsnkars,
You will still get 3 year H1 extensions after applying 485 as long as your priority date is not current. Anyone with a late PD will be fine.
You will still get 3 year H1 extensions after applying 485 as long as your priority date is not current. Anyone with a late PD will be fine.
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kshitijnt
11-15 05:31 PM
If you were not told the correct bill rate, you can recover that money. Simply ask them in writing to show you the contract since you are on 70/30 basis. The written contracts, oral contracts, emails all stand in the court but how will you prove an oral contract? If you have found an offer that meets your expectations just quit. We all make the same mistakes. We spend our time on working out things where they are not working. Just "quietly" without your employer getting a hint, find a job and quit.
Amma
09-22 04:11 PM
Called all, irrespective of support for this bill.
In Tamil, there is a proverb.
" Try to move the mountain by hair. If it succeeds , we moved the mountain.
If not , only .... ".
Keep calling friends. Just throw the stones. Don't worry about the results.
In Tamil, there is a proverb.
" Try to move the mountain by hair. If it succeeds , we moved the mountain.
If not , only .... ".
Keep calling friends. Just throw the stones. Don't worry about the results.
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foobar2001
12-31 06:49 AM
AmitKhare77... apparently, the job title and job responsibilities have to be same as whats on labor until we get GC. otherwise no promotion.
Actually, I believe that if the promotion is a "natural progression of the job ladder", you can accept it. What you cannot do is change the job ladder completely to a different track.
Thus, say you filed labor when a software engineer, its ok to be promoted to "Senior Software Engineer. What is not ok is to change tracks to say "Product Manager" or a position as "Sales lead" etc...
Of course, i'm not a lawyer, but this is what i;ve been told by other folks and lawyers at my company.
Good luck!
Actually, I believe that if the promotion is a "natural progression of the job ladder", you can accept it. What you cannot do is change the job ladder completely to a different track.
Thus, say you filed labor when a software engineer, its ok to be promoted to "Senior Software Engineer. What is not ok is to change tracks to say "Product Manager" or a position as "Sales lead" etc...
Of course, i'm not a lawyer, but this is what i;ve been told by other folks and lawyers at my company.
Good luck!
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gccovet
05-21 01:36 PM
I don't know about that...is it true that i can get interim EAD after 90 days???
Not sure if this rule still valid (some websites still has them , including murthy),
check this out
http://www.murthy.com/news/n_intead.html
GCCovet
Not sure if this rule still valid (some websites still has them , including murthy),
check this out
http://www.murthy.com/news/n_intead.html
GCCovet
brb2
10-10 07:01 PM
Well, DOS is alerting that don't expect additional rapid movement any time soon. Here is the relevant part of their warning:
E. EMPLOYMENT-BASED VISA AVAILABILITY IN THE COMING MONTHS
Cut-off date movements in recent months have been greater than might ordinarily be expected, in an effort to maximize number use within the annual numerical limits. This has been necessary because demand being received from Citizenship and Immigration Services (CIS) Offices for adjustment of status cases has been relatively light. As these dates have advanced, however, many thousands of applicants have become eligible for processing at CIS Offices. Once number use increases significantly as CIS addresses its backlog, cut-off date movement will necessarily slow or stop. Moreover, in some categories cut-off date retrogression is a particular possibility.
The only positive thing I can take from this visa bulletin (assuming there is even a modicum of linear thought possible on the movement of dates) is that the 485 traffic for PDs between 2002 July and Jan 2003 is fairly light for EB2 India. After all they stated as much in their footnotes about anticipated movement of PDs. This can be construed as offering some hope for those from EB2 India with priority dates in early 2003 (say up to march). After all anyone in their right mind would not chance CP now with the fluidity of priority dates and the pending BEC deluge of cases, and the hordes of people hunting labour subs. etc. Basically if anyone gets the chance to file 485 they will do it lest the dates retrogress again while they are waiting for the consular interview.
So those with early 2003 dates can be hopeful now, later than march and I doubt you will be in this fiscal years quota.
Very true about the nurses and PTs. This will definitely lead to a lot of noise and I am quite sure the remaining 50K visas left for recapture for yrs 2002-2004 will also be recaptured soon after the elections. I hope for the SKIL provisions but am less confident about them than I am about the Schedule A workers.
E. EMPLOYMENT-BASED VISA AVAILABILITY IN THE COMING MONTHS
Cut-off date movements in recent months have been greater than might ordinarily be expected, in an effort to maximize number use within the annual numerical limits. This has been necessary because demand being received from Citizenship and Immigration Services (CIS) Offices for adjustment of status cases has been relatively light. As these dates have advanced, however, many thousands of applicants have become eligible for processing at CIS Offices. Once number use increases significantly as CIS addresses its backlog, cut-off date movement will necessarily slow or stop. Moreover, in some categories cut-off date retrogression is a particular possibility.
The only positive thing I can take from this visa bulletin (assuming there is even a modicum of linear thought possible on the movement of dates) is that the 485 traffic for PDs between 2002 July and Jan 2003 is fairly light for EB2 India. After all they stated as much in their footnotes about anticipated movement of PDs. This can be construed as offering some hope for those from EB2 India with priority dates in early 2003 (say up to march). After all anyone in their right mind would not chance CP now with the fluidity of priority dates and the pending BEC deluge of cases, and the hordes of people hunting labour subs. etc. Basically if anyone gets the chance to file 485 they will do it lest the dates retrogress again while they are waiting for the consular interview.
So those with early 2003 dates can be hopeful now, later than march and I doubt you will be in this fiscal years quota.
Very true about the nurses and PTs. This will definitely lead to a lot of noise and I am quite sure the remaining 50K visas left for recapture for yrs 2002-2004 will also be recaptured soon after the elections. I hope for the SKIL provisions but am less confident about them than I am about the Schedule A workers.
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n2b
09-29 10:21 AM
I agree with most. We should not expect major "Forward" movement in dates until the 3rd & the 4th quarter of USCIS' fiscal year! Until then we might as well keep the prediction threads to the minimum.
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Saburi
03-13 12:19 PM
If at all something happens, it should be in July/August bulletin, forget the rest of the months prediction....lets have a peaceful few months........
I agree with you there will be no chnage untill July Aug Bullettin
Trust me this is whats going to happen but i wish i am wrong.
Best Regards
Saburi
I agree with you there will be no chnage untill July Aug Bullettin
Trust me this is whats going to happen but i wish i am wrong.
Best Regards
Saburi
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Amma
09-22 04:35 PM
Keep calling friends .
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logiclife
02-03 06:51 PM
Thanks and make it a great weekend. Enjoy SUPERBOWL.
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godbless
02-20 09:58 AM
How about the Insurance Policy offered by MetLife? They invest your money in Mutual Funds and provide you the insurance coverage as well. I bought 2 policies for 15 years, one for my self and another for my wife. Our monthly premium is $485(285 for me and 200 for my wife). The risk cover is half million dollars and its an investment plan on which the average return is between 14-18% pa. I don't know yet how good is going to come out.
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sledge_hammer
07-10 12:14 PM
http://www.immigration-law.com/
07/10/2007: Response of USCIS Director to Visa Bulletin Fiasco Related Flower Campaign
We reported yesterday that foreign professionals have been sending flowers to the heads of involved agencies with a message of protest for the ongoing visa bulletin fiasco. Dr. Emilio Gonzalez responded to such flower campaign in the USCIS site. The flower campaign appears to be a gesture from the community of foreign professionals to thaw out the tension created by the fiasco and at the same time calling the agency leaders' swift attention to the problem and sufferings of the foreign professionals and their family members. This camapaign has been initiated and pushed ahead by the immigrationinvoice.com group. Salute to the members of this group for the job well done.
07/10/2007: Response of USCIS Director to Visa Bulletin Fiasco Related Flower Campaign
We reported yesterday that foreign professionals have been sending flowers to the heads of involved agencies with a message of protest for the ongoing visa bulletin fiasco. Dr. Emilio Gonzalez responded to such flower campaign in the USCIS site. The flower campaign appears to be a gesture from the community of foreign professionals to thaw out the tension created by the fiasco and at the same time calling the agency leaders' swift attention to the problem and sufferings of the foreign professionals and their family members. This camapaign has been initiated and pushed ahead by the immigrationinvoice.com group. Salute to the members of this group for the job well done.
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LostInGCProcess
09-19 04:35 PM
1) should I invoke Ac 21 ??-- I am worried that the EVL may not meet USCIS needs as it may not be fully detailed
2) The other option I have is to take a leave of absence from my present company for one year and start working for the new company? IN this case what happens if I get RFE for EVL ? Which company should I say I am working for present or the future ? Also If I do take a leave of absence should I send in AC 21 paperwork or no?
PLEASE HELP I am very confused--- I strongly feel that the leave of absence might be an insurance policy but I don't know how to approach it !!
There is no such thing as "invoking" AC21. Its a law. Most important thing is, your I-140 must have been approved and I-485 is pending for more then 180 days....you are Free to sail in the same or similar field.
Forget about option 2.
2) The other option I have is to take a leave of absence from my present company for one year and start working for the new company? IN this case what happens if I get RFE for EVL ? Which company should I say I am working for present or the future ? Also If I do take a leave of absence should I send in AC 21 paperwork or no?
PLEASE HELP I am very confused--- I strongly feel that the leave of absence might be an insurance policy but I don't know how to approach it !!
There is no such thing as "invoking" AC21. Its a law. Most important thing is, your I-140 must have been approved and I-485 is pending for more then 180 days....you are Free to sail in the same or similar field.
Forget about option 2.
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nviren
03-01 07:11 PM
If I had my green card today, I would surely be making at least 15K more in my salary per annum repeat per annum.
If not all, many of you are in the similar situation.
My $200 contribution is just 1.33% of that lost opportunity per annum. If I take into consideration the 4 years of wait, it comes to 0.33%.
Almost anybody who is in US for 5 years on H1B can buy an nice little home. (Bay area is bit more cruel).
Last year I could have bought a home for say 500K. It would have surely appreciated by 50K. But because of the uncertainty of GC, I can not. That's a loss of opportunity of 50K.
My $200 contribution is just 0.4% of that another lost opportunity.
Now you know why I support this effort.
Most of you and your friends are in a situation similar as mine.
I urge you to become aware, make them aware and support this effort, which has a potential to minimize those lost financial opportunities, with your wallet.
Thanks,
nviren
If not all, many of you are in the similar situation.
My $200 contribution is just 1.33% of that lost opportunity per annum. If I take into consideration the 4 years of wait, it comes to 0.33%.
Almost anybody who is in US for 5 years on H1B can buy an nice little home. (Bay area is bit more cruel).
Last year I could have bought a home for say 500K. It would have surely appreciated by 50K. But because of the uncertainty of GC, I can not. That's a loss of opportunity of 50K.
My $200 contribution is just 0.4% of that another lost opportunity.
Now you know why I support this effort.
Most of you and your friends are in a situation similar as mine.
I urge you to become aware, make them aware and support this effort, which has a potential to minimize those lost financial opportunities, with your wallet.
Thanks,
nviren
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pbuckeye
07-01 11:21 AM
In this admin fix initiative we are working on other possible good provisions that are possible.
Is the following (or can it be) a part of the Admin Fix Initiative? :-
Allow I-485 filing and/or obtaining EAD,AP benefits when I-140 is approved irrespective of priority date being current. This will help many of us who missed the July 07 boat.
Is the following (or can it be) a part of the Admin Fix Initiative? :-
Allow I-485 filing and/or obtaining EAD,AP benefits when I-140 is approved irrespective of priority date being current. This will help many of us who missed the July 07 boat.
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ASR
05-21 04:32 PM
I have copied below the May 15th processing dates. Sorry, it is too cluttered.
Service Center Processing Dates for Texas Service Center Posted May 15, 2008
I-90 Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card Initial issuance or replacement January 16, 2008
I-102 Application for Replacement/Initial Nonimmigrant Arrival/Departure Record Initial issuance or replacement of a Form I-94 February 15, 2008
I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker H-1B - Specialty occupation - Visa to be issued abroad December 26, 2007
I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker H-1B - Specialty occupation - Change of status in the U.S. December 26, 2007
I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker H-1B - Specialty occupation - Extension of stay in the U.S. December 26, 2007
I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker H-2A - Temporary workers April 15, 2008
I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker H-2B - Other temporary workers April 15, 2008
I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker H-3 - Temporary trainees December 26, 2007
I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker E - Treaty traders and investors December 26, 2007
I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker L - Intracompany transfers March 16, 2008
I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker Blanket L December 26, 2007
I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker O - Extraordinary ability December 26, 2007
I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker P - Athletes, artists, and entertainers December 26, 2007
I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker Q - Cultural exchange visitors and exchange visitors participating in the Irish Peace process December 26, 2007
I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker R - Religious occupation December 26, 2007
I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker TN - North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) professional December 26, 2007
I-131 Application for Travel Document All other applicants for advance parole February 15, 2008
I-140 Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker Extraordinary ability August 26, 2007
I-140 Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker Outstanding professor or researcher August 26, 2007
I-140 Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker Multinational executive or manager August 26, 2007
I-140 Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker Schedule A Nurses August 26, 2007
I-140 Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker Advanced degree or exceptional ability August 26, 2007
I-140 Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker Advanced degree or exceptional ability requesting a National Interest Waiver August 26, 2007
I-140 Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker Skilled worker or professional August 26, 2007
I-140 Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker Unskilled worker August 26, 2007
I-360 Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant All other special immigrants December 07, 2006
I-485 Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status Employment-based adjustment applications June 21, 2007
I-485 Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status Based on grant of asylum more than 1 year ago June 28, 2007
I-526 Immigrant Petition By Alien Entrepreneur For use by an entrepreneur who wishes to immigrate to the United States October 16, 2007
I-539 Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status Change of status to H or L dependents June 13, 2007
I-539 Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status Change status to the F or M academic or vocational student categories June 13, 2007
I-539 Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status Change Status to the J exchange visitor category June 13, 2007
I-539 Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status All other change of status applications June 13, 2007
I-539 Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status Extension of stay for H and L dependents June 13, 2007
I-539 Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status Extension of Stay for F or M academic or vocational students June 13, 2007
I-539 Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status Extension of Stay for J exchange visitors June 13, 2007
I-539 Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status All other extension applications June 13, 2007
I-612 Application for Waiver of the Foreign Residence Requirement Application for a waiver of the 2-year foreign residence requirement based on exceptional hardship or persecution March 06, 2007
I-730 Refugee/Asylee Relative Petition Petition for accompanying family members of a refugee or an asylee April 06, 2007
I-751 Petition to Remove the Conditions on Residence Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (spouses of U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents July 03, 2007
I-765 Application for Employment Authorization Based on a request by a qualified F-1 academic student. [(c)(3)] February 15, 2008
I-765 Application for Employment Authorization Based on a pending asylum application [(c)(8)] March 10, 2008
I-765 Application for Employment Authorization Based on a pending I-485 adjustment application [(c)(9)] February 15, 2008
I-765 Application for Employment Authorization Based on TPS for Honduras/Nicaragua [(c)(19), (a)(12)] February 15, 2008
I-765 Application for Employment Authorization Based on TPS for El Salvador [(c)(19)(a)(12)] February 15, 2008
I-765 Application for Employment Authorization All other applications for employment authorization February 15, 2008
I-817 Application for Family Unity Benefits Voluntary departure under the family unity program November 07, 2007
I-824 Application for Action on an Approved Application or Petition To request further action on an approved application or petition November 17, 2007
I-829 Petition by Entrepreneur to Remove Conditions Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (immigrant investors) July 05, 2007
I-829 Petition by Entrepreneur to Remove Conditions Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (immigrant investors) based on PL107-273 May 31, 2007
coud you also paste NSC dates?
Service Center Processing Dates for Texas Service Center Posted May 15, 2008
I-90 Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card Initial issuance or replacement January 16, 2008
I-102 Application for Replacement/Initial Nonimmigrant Arrival/Departure Record Initial issuance or replacement of a Form I-94 February 15, 2008
I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker H-1B - Specialty occupation - Visa to be issued abroad December 26, 2007
I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker H-1B - Specialty occupation - Change of status in the U.S. December 26, 2007
I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker H-1B - Specialty occupation - Extension of stay in the U.S. December 26, 2007
I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker H-2A - Temporary workers April 15, 2008
I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker H-2B - Other temporary workers April 15, 2008
I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker H-3 - Temporary trainees December 26, 2007
I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker E - Treaty traders and investors December 26, 2007
I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker L - Intracompany transfers March 16, 2008
I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker Blanket L December 26, 2007
I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker O - Extraordinary ability December 26, 2007
I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker P - Athletes, artists, and entertainers December 26, 2007
I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker Q - Cultural exchange visitors and exchange visitors participating in the Irish Peace process December 26, 2007
I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker R - Religious occupation December 26, 2007
I-129 Petition for A Nonimmigrant Worker TN - North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) professional December 26, 2007
I-131 Application for Travel Document All other applicants for advance parole February 15, 2008
I-140 Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker Extraordinary ability August 26, 2007
I-140 Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker Outstanding professor or researcher August 26, 2007
I-140 Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker Multinational executive or manager August 26, 2007
I-140 Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker Schedule A Nurses August 26, 2007
I-140 Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker Advanced degree or exceptional ability August 26, 2007
I-140 Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker Advanced degree or exceptional ability requesting a National Interest Waiver August 26, 2007
I-140 Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker Skilled worker or professional August 26, 2007
I-140 Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker Unskilled worker August 26, 2007
I-360 Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant All other special immigrants December 07, 2006
I-485 Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status Employment-based adjustment applications June 21, 2007
I-485 Application to Register Permanent Residence or to Adjust Status Based on grant of asylum more than 1 year ago June 28, 2007
I-526 Immigrant Petition By Alien Entrepreneur For use by an entrepreneur who wishes to immigrate to the United States October 16, 2007
I-539 Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status Change of status to H or L dependents June 13, 2007
I-539 Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status Change status to the F or M academic or vocational student categories June 13, 2007
I-539 Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status Change Status to the J exchange visitor category June 13, 2007
I-539 Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status All other change of status applications June 13, 2007
I-539 Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status Extension of stay for H and L dependents June 13, 2007
I-539 Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status Extension of Stay for F or M academic or vocational students June 13, 2007
I-539 Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status Extension of Stay for J exchange visitors June 13, 2007
I-539 Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status All other extension applications June 13, 2007
I-612 Application for Waiver of the Foreign Residence Requirement Application for a waiver of the 2-year foreign residence requirement based on exceptional hardship or persecution March 06, 2007
I-730 Refugee/Asylee Relative Petition Petition for accompanying family members of a refugee or an asylee April 06, 2007
I-751 Petition to Remove the Conditions on Residence Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (spouses of U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents July 03, 2007
I-765 Application for Employment Authorization Based on a request by a qualified F-1 academic student. [(c)(3)] February 15, 2008
I-765 Application for Employment Authorization Based on a pending asylum application [(c)(8)] March 10, 2008
I-765 Application for Employment Authorization Based on a pending I-485 adjustment application [(c)(9)] February 15, 2008
I-765 Application for Employment Authorization Based on TPS for Honduras/Nicaragua [(c)(19), (a)(12)] February 15, 2008
I-765 Application for Employment Authorization Based on TPS for El Salvador [(c)(19)(a)(12)] February 15, 2008
I-765 Application for Employment Authorization All other applications for employment authorization February 15, 2008
I-817 Application for Family Unity Benefits Voluntary departure under the family unity program November 07, 2007
I-824 Application for Action on an Approved Application or Petition To request further action on an approved application or petition November 17, 2007
I-829 Petition by Entrepreneur to Remove Conditions Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (immigrant investors) July 05, 2007
I-829 Petition by Entrepreneur to Remove Conditions Removal of lawful permanent resident conditions (immigrant investors) based on PL107-273 May 31, 2007
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bkarnik
11-02 02:24 PM
Thank you very much for all the response. I waited for responses from different places so I could determnine if it is a Nationwide policy as what the Colorado was saying.
I am from Colorado and I think Colorado is one of the strickest states in the US whatever.
It looks like from responses that only Colorado has so far adhered to this new policy.
I have 4 friends who currently cannot drive because their licenses have expired and they are waiting for MVI's (Motor Vehicle Investigative Unit) letter. Until such letter is issued, you cannot renew your license (in Colorado). According to MVI Here, it will take to 5-7 days, but if there is a problem, it will take up to 9 weeks.
Really rediculous procedure and I agree with everyone.
Just in case anyone there is in the same predicament, please share your story and the resolution.
What we are seeing here is the uneven implementation of the REAL ID act passed by Congress last year. The act gives upto December 2006 or March 2008 (I am not sure which) for all states to have an uniform process in issuing DLs. Essentially, what it means that once the act is fully in place, no one, be it an American citizen or a immigrant can get a DL on the spot. They will take your SS no and other documents (i am not sure about what they actually require) and run it against the USCIS database to confirm your legality. It might take upto a week or a month to get your permit in the mail. The act also puts a limit on the maximum validity of a DL which cannot be more than the date on your visa. In the meantime, I guess they will be issuing you with a paper permit allowing you to drive. It all sounds nice and hunky dory to read but the problems are numerous. First off, the entire onus of funding this federal mandate is put on the States. Many states have already lodged their protests against this requirement as it will mean them having to increase the fees significantly. Secondly, the act assumes that the SS database and the USCIS database is up to date and has no flaws. Thirdly, it assumes that the chcks against the databases will have a fairly quick turnaround time. We all know how laughable these assumptions are (FBI FP check victims will appreciate this).
The REAL ID act is another of those great ideas that have been rammed down the throats of the American public without suffficient debate similar to the HR 6061 that was passed by the house leading to the whole CIR fiasco.
Hopefully, as time goes by saner minds will prevail and the act will either be repelled or modified to make it easier for genuine people to get the DL quickly. In the meantime, get prepared to face another bureaucratic and government created retrogression :(
I am from Colorado and I think Colorado is one of the strickest states in the US whatever.
It looks like from responses that only Colorado has so far adhered to this new policy.
I have 4 friends who currently cannot drive because their licenses have expired and they are waiting for MVI's (Motor Vehicle Investigative Unit) letter. Until such letter is issued, you cannot renew your license (in Colorado). According to MVI Here, it will take to 5-7 days, but if there is a problem, it will take up to 9 weeks.
Really rediculous procedure and I agree with everyone.
Just in case anyone there is in the same predicament, please share your story and the resolution.
What we are seeing here is the uneven implementation of the REAL ID act passed by Congress last year. The act gives upto December 2006 or March 2008 (I am not sure which) for all states to have an uniform process in issuing DLs. Essentially, what it means that once the act is fully in place, no one, be it an American citizen or a immigrant can get a DL on the spot. They will take your SS no and other documents (i am not sure about what they actually require) and run it against the USCIS database to confirm your legality. It might take upto a week or a month to get your permit in the mail. The act also puts a limit on the maximum validity of a DL which cannot be more than the date on your visa. In the meantime, I guess they will be issuing you with a paper permit allowing you to drive. It all sounds nice and hunky dory to read but the problems are numerous. First off, the entire onus of funding this federal mandate is put on the States. Many states have already lodged their protests against this requirement as it will mean them having to increase the fees significantly. Secondly, the act assumes that the SS database and the USCIS database is up to date and has no flaws. Thirdly, it assumes that the chcks against the databases will have a fairly quick turnaround time. We all know how laughable these assumptions are (FBI FP check victims will appreciate this).
The REAL ID act is another of those great ideas that have been rammed down the throats of the American public without suffficient debate similar to the HR 6061 that was passed by the house leading to the whole CIR fiasco.
Hopefully, as time goes by saner minds will prevail and the act will either be repelled or modified to make it easier for genuine people to get the DL quickly. In the meantime, get prepared to face another bureaucratic and government created retrogression :(
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07-21 02:56 PM
In my case im here working for a canadian company with offices both in US and Canada. So Im moving to Canada in Oct to maintain my PR card. But you may ask why I need to maintain it and just not continue here filing 1 year h1s !!
costs 3k+ for the company every year !
also you never know when the rules here will change and i will get a gc or the rules may change in such a way that i will never get a gc.. so if i atleast have a canadian PR card and then may be become a canadian citizen i can come back here and work on a TN visa or whatever...
and also for now i will be maintaining my H1 atleats for another 1 1/2 years by getting paid here in the US. I will use my friends address here as my address and i will be telecommuting from Canada. i know i will have to pay US taxes + canadian taxes (additional). Anyone else doing this ?
Big reason im staying in North America is Health reasons...
costs 3k+ for the company every year !
also you never know when the rules here will change and i will get a gc or the rules may change in such a way that i will never get a gc.. so if i atleast have a canadian PR card and then may be become a canadian citizen i can come back here and work on a TN visa or whatever...
and also for now i will be maintaining my H1 atleats for another 1 1/2 years by getting paid here in the US. I will use my friends address here as my address and i will be telecommuting from Canada. i know i will have to pay US taxes + canadian taxes (additional). Anyone else doing this ?
Big reason im staying in North America is Health reasons...
BECsufferer
03-17 12:44 PM
I have questions for you before I tell you the correct answer.
- Please update your profile so that you are taken seriously.
- What did you shoplift and why?
Now my incorrect answer for the time being: Go to India and do shoplifting. You will get instant punishment. No court hassles etc. Get beaten up , cough up money to the cops and then come back. Your experience in India and USA will help you learn more. I feel the punishments in US are not harsh enough. If you have a bad habit of shoplifting and you used to do it in India then ignore the answer above and check into a rehab and request them to have you share a room with Winona Ryder.You both have something in common and you will be able to relate to each other very well.
My friend you have hit upon a very good idea. For compulsive shoplifters a similar incidence would be more than enough to rehab them for rest of the life. May I add to your recommended treatment, that the shopkeeper is still going to charge you although you may no more be in state to handle the purchase.
- Please update your profile so that you are taken seriously.
- What did you shoplift and why?
Now my incorrect answer for the time being: Go to India and do shoplifting. You will get instant punishment. No court hassles etc. Get beaten up , cough up money to the cops and then come back. Your experience in India and USA will help you learn more. I feel the punishments in US are not harsh enough. If you have a bad habit of shoplifting and you used to do it in India then ignore the answer above and check into a rehab and request them to have you share a room with Winona Ryder.You both have something in common and you will be able to relate to each other very well.
My friend you have hit upon a very good idea. For compulsive shoplifters a similar incidence would be more than enough to rehab them for rest of the life. May I add to your recommended treatment, that the shopkeeper is still going to charge you although you may no more be in state to handle the purchase.
laborchic
03-28 04:10 PM
I vote for PCS too..
IV is doing great work.. Keep it up guys..
IV is doing great work.. Keep it up guys..