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Reversal Frustrates
Green-Card Applicants
By MIRIAM JORDAN
July 5, 2007; Page A2
The government's surprise offer, then abrupt reversal, of an opportunity for thousands of skilled foreign workers to obtain permanent residency in the U.S. highlights the problems of the overtaxed immigration system and the frenzy that results from a chance to apply for a green card.
The scramble has put tens of thousands of workers and their families in limbo after many of them and their employers spent thousands of dollars in hopes of securing permanent residency. It may result in a class-action lawsuit against the government by frustrated applicants.
The problem began on June 12 when the government seemed to open the door for thousands of foreign workers and their families to end the long wait to apply for a green card. That is when the State Department published a Visa Bulletin, which is a monthly notice closely watched by immigration attorneys and their clients because it determines who is eligible to file a green-card application the next month. The June bulletin announced that practically all skilled foreign workers who had been previously deemed eligible for an employer-sponsored visa could now take the final step of applying for a green card.
By law, the U.S. can issue about 140,000 employment-based green cards each year. Last year, the government fell short by about 10,000, despite the long waiting list; leftover visas cannot be rolled over to the next year. The June announcement aimed to prevent the visa slot from going to waste, according to a State Department spokeswoman.
The announcement was greeted with a mix of jubilation and panic by thousands of engineers, lab scientists and other high-skilled foreigners who had waited years for their place in line. Working ahead of a July 2 date for filing the application, intending immigrants rushed to gather documents, complete paperwork and obtain medical exams. Many of their dependents boarded planes for the U.S. to meet a requirement that all family members be present at the time of filing.
"The bulletin created a land rush among legal immigrants desperate to finalize their green-card applications," said Steve Miller, a Seattle-based immigration attorney.
Then, on July 2, the State Department issued an "update" that reversed the previous bulletin. It stated, effective immediately, there would be no further authorizations for employment-based cases. The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, which processes the applications, said it would instead simply process existing applications to meet this year's quota. "We already had sufficient applications pending without new applicants...," a spokesman said.
Mike Aytes, head of domestic operations for the USCIS, said all 147,141 employment-based green cards have now been issued for the year.
Write to Miriam Jordan at miriam.jordan@wsj.com
Reversal Frustrates
Green-Card Applicants
By MIRIAM JORDAN
July 5, 2007; Page A2
The government's surprise offer, then abrupt reversal, of an opportunity for thousands of skilled foreign workers to obtain permanent residency in the U.S. highlights the problems of the overtaxed immigration system and the frenzy that results from a chance to apply for a green card.
The scramble has put tens of thousands of workers and their families in limbo after many of them and their employers spent thousands of dollars in hopes of securing permanent residency. It may result in a class-action lawsuit against the government by frustrated applicants.
The problem began on June 12 when the government seemed to open the door for thousands of foreign workers and their families to end the long wait to apply for a green card. That is when the State Department published a Visa Bulletin, which is a monthly notice closely watched by immigration attorneys and their clients because it determines who is eligible to file a green-card application the next month. The June bulletin announced that practically all skilled foreign workers who had been previously deemed eligible for an employer-sponsored visa could now take the final step of applying for a green card.
By law, the U.S. can issue about 140,000 employment-based green cards each year. Last year, the government fell short by about 10,000, despite the long waiting list; leftover visas cannot be rolled over to the next year. The June announcement aimed to prevent the visa slot from going to waste, according to a State Department spokeswoman.
The announcement was greeted with a mix of jubilation and panic by thousands of engineers, lab scientists and other high-skilled foreigners who had waited years for their place in line. Working ahead of a July 2 date for filing the application, intending immigrants rushed to gather documents, complete paperwork and obtain medical exams. Many of their dependents boarded planes for the U.S. to meet a requirement that all family members be present at the time of filing.
"The bulletin created a land rush among legal immigrants desperate to finalize their green-card applications," said Steve Miller, a Seattle-based immigration attorney.
Then, on July 2, the State Department issued an "update" that reversed the previous bulletin. It stated, effective immediately, there would be no further authorizations for employment-based cases. The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, which processes the applications, said it would instead simply process existing applications to meet this year's quota. "We already had sufficient applications pending without new applicants...," a spokesman said.
Mike Aytes, head of domestic operations for the USCIS, said all 147,141 employment-based green cards have now been issued for the year.
Write to Miriam Jordan at miriam.jordan@wsj.com
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zCool
04-02 08:26 PM
You already applied with approved LCA. Any amendment to LCA AFTER the RFE may not be looked upon kindly.. check that with lawyer..
What he means to say is, if you are saying your next 3 yrs project is in CA, then your LCA work location should not be in NC.
If your LCA work location is in NC then they have asked for NC based contract.. I would provide that, and not one in CA. your case needs more detailed look before you dump everything in USCIS lap..
Just to keep your mind at ease.. know this..
Last jan one of my friends who runs his own firm , applied for 6 H1bs of these 5 got RFEs similar to these.. he replied to each one with 300+ page reply , they approved all within 4 days.. so it's impossible for anyone to read thro' they basically do it for 2 reasons..
1. Records collections.
2. Verify position is genuine, employer is sizable and beneficiary status is okay..
Other than that, smaller stuff .. don't sweat.. Just don't go making changes to LCA or anything like that in panic..
What he means to say is, if you are saying your next 3 yrs project is in CA, then your LCA work location should not be in NC.
If your LCA work location is in NC then they have asked for NC based contract.. I would provide that, and not one in CA. your case needs more detailed look before you dump everything in USCIS lap..
Just to keep your mind at ease.. know this..
Last jan one of my friends who runs his own firm , applied for 6 H1bs of these 5 got RFEs similar to these.. he replied to each one with 300+ page reply , they approved all within 4 days.. so it's impossible for anyone to read thro' they basically do it for 2 reasons..
1. Records collections.
2. Verify position is genuine, employer is sizable and beneficiary status is okay..
Other than that, smaller stuff .. don't sweat.. Just don't go making changes to LCA or anything like that in panic..
pappu
12-14 09:54 PM
Finally I gave a thought to all this GC business and I am planning to start my Canadian PR too, here are my questions :
1. Does anybody know of any good immigration cunsulting company for Canadian PR processing ?
2. How much would be the total cost to get it done throught the consulting services ?
3. Are there any hidden costs which these companies tell you at the end and try to rip you ?
Thanks
Hello Anurakt, so you have lost hope with your US greencard!! ;)
Will you be okay in the cold canadian weather?
You do not need a lawyer. You can do it yourself. This is what I have gathered from various forums. It is much easy than the US process.
BTW I have not applied yet!! I sincerely hope we all 7500+ IV members can get a bill passed soon enough.
1. Does anybody know of any good immigration cunsulting company for Canadian PR processing ?
2. How much would be the total cost to get it done throught the consulting services ?
3. Are there any hidden costs which these companies tell you at the end and try to rip you ?
Thanks
Hello Anurakt, so you have lost hope with your US greencard!! ;)
Will you be okay in the cold canadian weather?
You do not need a lawyer. You can do it yourself. This is what I have gathered from various forums. It is much easy than the US process.
BTW I have not applied yet!! I sincerely hope we all 7500+ IV members can get a bill passed soon enough.
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tonyHK12
03-31 01:06 PM
Sent it 3 times using 2 ZIP codes in New York.
Also thought it might be useful to Oprah Magazine :)
Also thought it might be useful to Oprah Magazine :)
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dvb
10-12 12:01 PM
Unfortunately, we are left trying to fix things ... based on these forums, I probably now know more about immigration law than some of the USCIS people. :D
getgc2008
11-22 11:27 AM
I am still waiting. I created a SR and reply was to wait for biometrics. I am going to India in dec. Any recommendation on what to do if I still have not got the card?
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sandy_anand
11-12 02:33 PM
I know Immigration voice is not for profit organization and it is doing a great job.
My intention is not to belittle IV, my intention is just to express my opinion as a user, most of the problem will be solved if the links are not shown to non members if they are not allowed to see the content.
I just saw your post in YouTube, it is very informative.
All the time that IV volunteers put in and the lobbying efforts don't come free. There is a cost associated with it. As tonyHK12, I'd rather trust IV and risk $25 a month than leave everything up to chance and hope. Just my 2 cents.
My intention is not to belittle IV, my intention is just to express my opinion as a user, most of the problem will be solved if the links are not shown to non members if they are not allowed to see the content.
I just saw your post in YouTube, it is very informative.
All the time that IV volunteers put in and the lobbying efforts don't come free. There is a cost associated with it. As tonyHK12, I'd rather trust IV and risk $25 a month than leave everything up to chance and hope. Just my 2 cents.
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kumarc123
11-24 10:31 AM
Listen,
What difference does it make if it is EB@ or EB3, the point is, we should stand UNITED we all benefit. If the recapture visa bill passes, then we all will benefit.
Please don't post any more viewpoints stating " I wont fight"
It is your loss and everyone's . If you choose to step out of IV and fight all by yourself, I wish you all the best.
We senior members have been fighting for the greater cause, it for you junior members to carry this forward. The foundation of IV has to be strong, it has been strong.
IV has not patience for people who want to discriminate between EB2 or EB3, we need people who see a broader perspective of things, EB community as a whole.
If the recapture visa bill passes, think we all will benefit, will we still question about EB2 or EB3.
Please be wise and be patient, we need everyone to change this system
What difference does it make if it is EB@ or EB3, the point is, we should stand UNITED we all benefit. If the recapture visa bill passes, then we all will benefit.
Please don't post any more viewpoints stating " I wont fight"
It is your loss and everyone's . If you choose to step out of IV and fight all by yourself, I wish you all the best.
We senior members have been fighting for the greater cause, it for you junior members to carry this forward. The foundation of IV has to be strong, it has been strong.
IV has not patience for people who want to discriminate between EB2 or EB3, we need people who see a broader perspective of things, EB community as a whole.
If the recapture visa bill passes, think we all will benefit, will we still question about EB2 or EB3.
Please be wise and be patient, we need everyone to change this system
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knnmbd
06-23 10:18 AM
If the minister talks to the US President regarding VISA retrogression problem,How the outside world will come to know ? The discussions will be kept confidential ! I don't think everything will be disclosed to the press. VISA revalidation is another thing he can talk to US Secretary of State.
I have seen a lot of ridiculous ideas suggested on this forum, but this one takes the cake and icing too.
I have seen a lot of ridiculous ideas suggested on this forum, but this one takes the cake and icing too.
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Pineapple
05-24 12:43 PM
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GCKaMaara
05-12 02:52 PM
How much spillover to EB2 India you guys are estimating this year?
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GCwaitforever
06-22 05:39 PM
For Indian immigrants in DC, this is a great opportunity. There are things Vayalar Ravi can do for you.
1. One major issue is totalization agreement between USA and India so that you can enjoy social security money which you paid into the system here. If the Government is so concerned about NRIs, this is the first thing they have to do.
2. NRIs can not buy Agricultural land in India. Ask him why not? Local builders buy the agri land, rezone it and sell it to you for a profit. Why is Indian Government protecting middle men?
Think of some more. You will get them.
1. One major issue is totalization agreement between USA and India so that you can enjoy social security money which you paid into the system here. If the Government is so concerned about NRIs, this is the first thing they have to do.
2. NRIs can not buy Agricultural land in India. Ask him why not? Local builders buy the agri land, rezone it and sell it to you for a profit. Why is Indian Government protecting middle men?
Think of some more. You will get them.
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chanduv23
07-17 10:47 AM
Not sure if people have noticed but in the new processing tmeframe - TSC shows EAD as being processed as of March 02.
For those who applied for EAD in recent weeks or months, this may become a serious issue if EAD does not come in time.
I applied for EAD in June 9th and still waiting.
For those who applied for EAD in recent weeks or months, this may become a serious issue if EAD does not come in time.
I applied for EAD in June 9th and still waiting.
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shreekhand
07-13 01:53 PM
Accepting I-485 without PD current also needs legislation...if you don't know about that already !
Good news could only be this. Accept I-485 and issue EADs. Country limit cannot be removed that quickly. I think a legislation needs to be passed to be in effect. What say??
Good news could only be this. Accept I-485 and issue EADs. Country limit cannot be removed that quickly. I think a legislation needs to be passed to be in effect. What say??
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glus
01-25 12:03 PM
I went for consular approval last year. At that time I had applied for LC. The form had the question Have you ever filed an immigrant visa petion, or has an immigrant visa petiion was ever filed on your behalf? My attorney told me to say No.
USCIS has F1 file. Why did they not reject I-140?
They cannot reject...I thaught I exaplained it clearly enough....
USCIS has F1 file. Why did they not reject I-140?
They cannot reject...I thaught I exaplained it clearly enough....
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sgorla
05-24 06:39 PM
I wish good luck to him. There is nothing for us in this bill, and I will be very happy if he succeeds in killing this bill.
Go Savage......
Michael Savage is actively fighting against this bill. He is the one who initiated the collapse of the Dubai ports deal. He is confident about this I-Bomb too..
Go Savage......
Michael Savage is actively fighting against this bill. He is the one who initiated the collapse of the Dubai ports deal. He is confident about this I-Bomb too..
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sundar99
05-03 12:06 PM
When there are so much negative opinion, instead of chasing this avenue, let us all focus on what is tangible (such as connecting with media and building up public support). If by chance he goes against the legal immigration too, then we burn candle from both ends. The risk is not worth it.
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rbharol
08-07 04:23 PM
How to find jobs in canada.
It seems very hard.
I have been trying through workopolis but no success.
Can somebody help?
I am in US with Masters degree and 10 years of exp in the field of firmware and embedded software.
It seems very hard.
I have been trying through workopolis but no success.
Can somebody help?
I am in US with Masters degree and 10 years of exp in the field of firmware and embedded software.
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sunny26
11-19 01:44 PM
How abt ur exp letters.Do u submit one if so maybe the format or something
also since its a govt organization, my LC juz said 4 years bachelors or equivalent. i do have a Masters from an US state university. so not sure what could be the RFE.. ability of pay is not an issue i guess, cos its govt. what other rfe's are there?
also since its a govt organization, my LC juz said 4 years bachelors or equivalent. i do have a Masters from an US state university. so not sure what could be the RFE.. ability of pay is not an issue i guess, cos its govt. what other rfe's are there?
msekhargc
06-20 11:50 PM
sorry.. wrong thread
arunmohan
02-10 02:05 PM
I just want to know why people think like that. Whoever I talk to thinks that after getting EAD everything is good and greencard is not that important. Is that true.
Let us discuss pros and cons of EAD.
Hello ganguteli:
There is a big difference in EAD and GC. EAD is always temporary in nature. You will be always dependend on USCIS . Many companies do not entertain v.s GC EAD e.g. State Government(s), defence companies and etc..
You cannot use EAD to return back to this country, you have to use AP.
A biggest thing i.e. fear. The fear would be always in your mind, if something goes wrong for your I-485 and you will be out of status except MTR.
Let us discuss pros and cons of EAD.
Hello ganguteli:
There is a big difference in EAD and GC. EAD is always temporary in nature. You will be always dependend on USCIS . Many companies do not entertain v.s GC EAD e.g. State Government(s), defence companies and etc..
You cannot use EAD to return back to this country, you have to use AP.
A biggest thing i.e. fear. The fear would be always in your mind, if something goes wrong for your I-485 and you will be out of status except MTR.
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