dr_carolineds
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is it true i must do my step3 by march 2007 to be eligible for the 2007 match? or is it march 2008? does my having done or not done step 3 affect the number of interview calls i get? am an img and i need to know so i can apply for a visa accordingly.
how long does a visitor visa last?can i have a year long visa? i have a relative in the US. how , and how much can he help me?
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| bbb
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You don't need step three for the match unless you are going to an H visa. Then different programs will have different rules. Step three will not affect your interview calls.
I don't have any knowledge about visitor visas - except my visa to South Korea was for three months.
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| dr_carolineds
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Thanks a lot bbb...... can someone else please reply too?
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| euphoria
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Great work BBB, thank you for that.
I have one question. I am in USA on F1 Visa, and i will finish my study of MS in december, So if there any problem when I go for interview??
I already completed my step1, Step 2 and CSA with good score!!
Visa status is been changed from F1 to J1 or H1 when I get residency? I am really confused!!! Please help regarding that..
Thanks in advance..
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| emd
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hi dear bbb
im IMG .I TOOK STEP 1 AND im preapering for step 2 ,viam my own university in hungary i got teh observation period of six month in state
i woull like to ask if i come tousa and during these period finish my exams steps 2 cs can i extend my j1 visa from observation scholar to j1 for residency or extend it if the typw of visa is the same ,
im aplying for j1 now
thanks
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| komalM
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Dear bbb
I have got a postdoctoral position in a hospital in the Bay area. I have been given a DS2019 (J1 approval) form from my recruiter. Even though the form doesn't mention any clause but, from various forums & by talking to a couple of friends, looks like I will be subject to the HRR clause. Currently I am on a H4 and am planning to stay a little longer in this country as my husband is on a H1 and I don't want to get tied by the HRR. I know we can file a waiver after getting the J1, but not sure what is the possibility of rejection of the same.
My recruiter is fine with doing a H1 (under the non-profitable organization clause). This particular clause is exempt from the regular 65,000 visas per year cap.
Now, here are my queries.
1. What is the possibility of getting a waiver on the HRR if a J1 is stamped? and if stamped, how much time will it take for the waiver approval once I apply after say an year of my joining?
2. If this H1 process is started under the normal or expedite process, how much time does it take to get the H1 approval (in both cases)?
3. Would it be safe to file for a fresh H1 visa or get my H4 (my current visa status) status trandfered to H1. In case a change of status is filed, is there any extra formality / fee added? Also, will I get the I-94 stamped with my approval notice?
4. When I get the approval for the H1, will be able to start work immidiately or will I have to wait till Oct'08 (as would be the case for a regular H1)?
Would really appreciate suggestions/advice for my situation. I am planning to hire a lawyer but wanted to do some ground work before that. Thanks in advance!
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| bbb
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emd wrote:
hi dear bbb
im IMG .I TOOK STEP 1 AND im preapering for step 2 ,viam my own university in hungary i got teh observation period of six month in state
i woull like to ask if i come tousa and during these period finish my exams steps 2 cs can i extend my j1 visa from observation scholar to j1 for residency or extend it if the typw of visa is the same ,
im aplying for j1 now
thanks
No clue - ask an immigration attorney
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| Anniek
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Dear BBB,
I am new in this forum, but I still want to thank you for helping us so much by answering our questions and giving us good advices. I have a question regarding my visa status. I applied for residency programs in mid October and back then, my visa status was F1 so therefore in my Common Application Form in ERAS I had to check that my expected visa would be "H1, J1 and other". I was already planning to get married to my boyfriend (a US citizen) at the end of this year and we finally did get married last week. We still have to send our application to change my status, get an interview with the US Citizen and Immigration Services, get a SSN and a temporary work permit.
My question is the following: When do I have to change my profile in my ERAS? I know that I have to change my citizenship and expected visa part. I think my new status will be conditional permanent resident but I am not sure if I should change it now, or when I get my SSN and new documents from the USCIS? I really appreciate your help. Have a nice day!
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| bbb
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You should change it now. That way programs will know what's going on.
And congratulations Newlyweds!!!
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| Anniek
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 Wow BBB, thank you so much, that was quick!!! So if any program ask me about my SSN or documents, I just let them know that I am still going through the process of adjusting my status? I guess all I can show them is my copy of the marriage license. Thanks!
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| patovalleg
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once you finish your residency in j1 or hb1 visa, the sponsor you need for the green card can be a private practice physician or it is necessary that sponsors would be only public hospitals?
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| bbb
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Both.
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| groovy.doc
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Hi, dear bbb, can you plz tell me that what states don't require a temporary state license before filing an H1b visa. I'll be really thankful for your help.
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| bbb
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No clue - I only work in my state (of confusion). Try a search on the internet.
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| groovy.doc
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I already tried to resolve the dilemma by searching the web..... Thanks for your concern anyways!!
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| groovy.doc
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I would also like to thank you for the important info that you share with us. Keep up the good work
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| neuroblastoma
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hi bbb
my questions is about J1 JOURNEY.... IF ONE GETS residency on J1 and then do job in underserved area.. i just wanna know when a doctor can file for permanent resident .
does his employer file for him while he is doing waiver job. am i right???
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| Javed
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Hi bbb..I have few doubts abt J1 visa..
1)I am a British citizen, n planning to apply for residency this yr to do under J1...so how do i get to know the lists of specialties that r in need in UK? its not there on dept of health or NHS web sites. n is it possible to get statement of need letter from health dept in UK, if so how?
2) From which country shud i get the statement of need letter? lthough i am a british citizen, i hv never lived in UK myself. currently m living in the middleeast,Oman as a dependant. i do not hv the permanent residence status to live here for ever n neither do i hv the legal permit to work here( m having dependant visa under my father)..so its impossible n totally invalid to get a statement of need letter from this country..n i do not hv any ties with UK...but let us assume even if i m able to get such a letter from UK, will the US embassy accept it?
3) If i get a statement of need letter from UK authorities, can i apply for J1 to US embassy in Oman,where i live now...
I shall really appreciate if u can me some advice
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| bbb
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neuroblastoma wrote:
hi bbb
my questions is about J1 JOURNEY.... IF ONE GETS residency on J1 and then do job in underserved area.. i just wanna know when a doctor can file for permanent resident .
does his employer file for him while he is doing waiver job. am i right???
That's what I understand.
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| bbb
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Javed - no clue - those are some pretty specific questions. I would suggest a meeting with an immigration attorney
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| flamsam
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I wanted to know about j1 research to j1 clinical conversion
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| taxkourel
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I think you can't enter a residency program on a j1 research unless 12 months have passed since the time you got the j1 research visa.
Is that right?
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