14 Comments

1. sukh  •  Apr 16, 2009 @12:27 am
   

   Hi Again,

   My h1-b application is still pending with USCIS. I have mailed sydney consulate if i am eligible for visa waiver program and got a reply that i can’t untill my application is still pending.

   My query is if i take back my h1-b application , am i eligible for visa waiver program.

   Regards

2. sukh  •  Apr 16, 2009 @4:35 am
   

   Hi

   My ESTA has been approved under visa waiver program.
   BUt it says the entry to US still depends on customer and border security officer.
   I never had a criminal offence. And everything is fine about me .

   what are the reasons they can deny entry to US

   cheers

3. admin  •  Apr 16, 2009 @8:54 am
   

   Hi Sukh,
   This a reply to both your posts. The final determination is left up to the Customs people at the airport to let you in the US. Now usually if you have approvals, visas, etc. they will let you through without a problem. In your case it may appear on your screen that you have a pending H-1B application and it may not, and they may ask you about it and why you are coming to the US now with a pending visa application.
   The H-1B quotas have not been exhausted this year so my guess if your company and your application is proper you will get an H-1B visa and be able to start in October working.
   CJ

4. Sukh  •  Apr 16, 2009 @8:39 pm
   

   Thanks,

   Its already been 2 years since my company apply for visa
   and 11 months my application with USCIS. I believe its sensible if i go there on visa waiver program . And what if we revoke our H1-b application after getting
   j1-visa. Am i eligible for visa waiver program.

   Regards

5. Sukh  •  Apr 16, 2009 @9:24 pm
   

   Hi ,

   I got a reply from consulate . There is no rule stating that i cannot use VWP , if my visa application is pending in consulate. As long as i dont have any intention to immigrate and work in usa.

   Regards

6. admin  •  Apr 17, 2009 @7:45 am
   

   Your application may have been with USCIS for 11 months but they are only going to approve H-1B visas after April 1. Have you checked the status using your case number on the USCIS website?
   You are eligible for Visa Waiver if they don’t approve H-1B.
   CJ

7. Sukhwinder  •  Apr 17, 2009 @11:04 pm
   

   Hi

   I got an email from melbourne consulate , it says my case have been reviewed and additional administrative processing is still going on. I am hoping for the best.I dont know how long it will take.

   Regards

8. Alej  •  Apr 22, 2009 @5:50 pm
   

   Hi there,
   I was arrested a year ago, but the charges were dropped and did not result in any conviction. My travel agent signed me up for the VWP and my application was approved even though I have been arrested. I only have 5 weeks untill my trip. Is there anything I should be worried about? Now its approved I should be Ok from that side of things?

   Regards

9. admin  •  Apr 22, 2009 @10:39 pm
   

   If you have done the ESTA and got the approval you will be fine if all else is in order.
   Enjoy your holiday.
   CJ

10. nat  •  Apr 26, 2009 @8:45 pm
    

    Alej,

    An arrest without a conviction means nothing is held againts you at all – when it comes to visas or anything else for that matter: innocent until proven guilty and you were never proven guilty so there is nothing on record against you.

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12. Imran  •  Aug 19, 2009 @7:42 am
    

    Hi,

    Today i have applied and been given authorization to travel to the US under the Visa Waiver Program. Being a British born muslim i am rather concerned as within the past couple of years i have travelled to both Saudia Arabia as well as Pakistan. Hence i do see myself as somewhat of a target for the CBP.

    I intend to visit Las Vegas for one week some time soon. However the last thing that i want is to arrive and then be put back on a return flight. Am i able to apply for a US Visa despite arleady having cleared the Visa Waiver Program?

    As with a US Visa it would give me a little more comfort in the sense that i may actually be able to enjoy my holiday.

    Your reply would more than be appreciated

    Many Thanks

13. admin  •  Aug 19, 2009 @10:42 pm
    

    Hi Imran,
    I feel for your situation as there is way too many incidents of profiling people just because of their race, religion and name. To be honest though whether you have a tourist visa like the B2 visa or have an approved ESTA waiver is essentially the same thing. That is the US Government have authorized you to enter the country.
    Look if like most people of all backgrounds, you are just a regular person with no criminal background, you will be let in and whether a US Customs and Border Protection officer asks you extra questions is really based on their own bigotry.
    Enjoy your holiday,
    CJ

14. Imran  •  Aug 20, 2009 @4:10 am
    

    Many Thanks for your reply CJ !

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