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Q181 B1/B2 Visa 1,193

What questions will the consular officer ask during B1/B2 interview?

Common B1/B2 interview questions:Purpose of visit: Why are you visiting?Ties to home country: Job, family, property?Fina...

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Q182 B1/B2 Visa 1,822

Can I get a B1/B2 visa if I was previously denied?

Yes, you can reapply after a denial, but:Address the denial reason - fix what was wrongWait if needed - unless circumsta...

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Q183 OPT/STEM OPT 786

When should I apply for OPT?

You can apply for OPT:Up to 90 days before your program end dateUp to 60 days after your program end dateRecommended: Ap...

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Q184 OPT/STEM OPT 679

Can I work part-time on OPT?

Yes, you can work part-time on OPT, but:Part-time OPT (less than 20 hours/week) counts at half the rate toward your 12-m...

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Q185 OPT/STEM OPT 1,678

What happens if I can't find a job during OPT?

You have 90 days of unemployment during your 12-month OPT period:Can be unemployed for up to 90 days totalAfter 90 days,...

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Q186 OPT/STEM OPT 1,409

Can I have multiple jobs on OPT?

Yes, you can have multiple jobs on OPT, but:All jobs must be related to your degreeYou must report all employers to your...

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Q187 H-1B Visa 1,272

What is the H-1B visa cap for fiscal year 2024?

📋 Summary:The H-1B visa cap for fiscal year 2024 is 85,000 visas total, split between regular cap (65,000) and advanc...

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Q188 OPT/STEM OPT 997

Can I work on OPT while my H-1B petition is pending?

📋 Summary:Yes, you can continue working on OPT while your H-1B petition is pending. If approved, your OPT automatical...

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Q189 H-1B Visa 737

What is the difference between H-1B and L-1 visa?

📋 Summary:H-1B is for specialty occupation workers (requires degree), subject to annual cap. L-1 is for intracompany...

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Q190 Green Card 1,909

How long does it take to get a Green Card?

📋 Summary:Green Card timeline varies by category and country. EB-1: 1-2 years, EB-2: 2-5 years (India: 5-10+ years),...

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Q191 OPT/STEM OPT 1,138

What is STEM OPT extension?

📋 Summary:STEM OPT extension allows F-1 students with STEM degrees to extend OPT by 24 additional months (total 36 mo...

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Q192 H-1B Visa 666

Can I travel outside the U.S. while my H-1B is pending?

Yes, but with important considerations:You need a valid H-1B visa stamp in your passport to re-enter the U.S.If you trav...

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Q193 221g 599

What is a 221(g) refusal?

A 221(g) refusal is not a denial, but a request for additional information or administrative processing. The consular of...

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Q194 F-1/F-2 Visa 910

How do I maintain my F-1 status?

To maintain F-1 status, you must:Be enrolled full-time in an academic program (minimum 12 credits for undergraduates, 9...

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Q195 H4/H4 EAD 767

What is the difference between H-4 and H-4 EAD?

H-4 Visa Status:Dependent visa status for spouses and children of H-1B holdersAllows H-4 holders to live in the U.S. wit...

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