I am going to nepal soon. I have to take H1B visa from nepal. What are the documents I have to take with me. Suggestions please.

Dudes/Dudettes,

I'm going to Nepal only for 2 weeks and need to have H1 stamped. Is there anything I can do in advance to make sure I get the visa on time.

Thanks

fountaindew, I am in a similar situation and I am also in LA, give me call man, we can discuss 310 795 2338

Hi! Whassup,
I am in a similar boat like you. Have you already obtained the H1-B visa stamp in Nepal and how difficult it was? Also has anyone passed through a similar situation of traveling Nepal after filing I-140 or with the approved 1-140 and prior to filing I-485 and got successful H1-B visa stamp? Thank you very much in advance.

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These are my SuggestionS as of my experience of Revalidation of H1B in July of 2006.
Previous visa stamp was F-1


Preparing Form DS-156 and DS-157 (Can be prepared while in US)
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Download from: http://travel.state.gov/visa/frvi/forms/forms_1342.html
Use the Non electronic version in pdf
Attach photo as necessary.
It is ok to mention if you have filed for green card.
Remember H1-Bs don’t need to prove ties to home country.


DEPARTURE FROM USA
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Make sure you have I-94 slip on your passport.
Better to take all your previous expired passports.


VISA APPLICATION AT NABIL BANK
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Location: Maharajgunj near Chakrapath

The main documents submitted were:
- Completed forms DS-156 and DS-157
- Photocopy of Passport
- Photocopy of I797
- Photocopy of Employer’s Letter
- Photocopy of Citizenship Card
- US$ 100 to be paid in Nepalese currency.

The officer will check and ask for missing documents and
also remove unnecessary documents.

You will receive a ticket with interview date and time.
My interview date was 10 days from the application date.


ATTENDING THE INTERVIEW
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Location: Yak and Yeti Hotel at Durbar Marg.
Better to arrive 1 hour before appointment time to avoid confussions

Essential documents are:
- Original Current Passport
- I797 (H1 Approval Notice)
- Employer's letter in company letterhead indicating job responsibilities, salary etc.

It is good to take following documents just in case they ask:
- Recent Pay stubs (3 Months)
- Recent W-2 form
- Recent Tax Return documents
- Previous H1 Approval Notices
- Optional Practical Training Card, I-20s
- Degrees, Certificates and Transcripts.
- Nepali Citizenship Card
- Return Tickets
(In my case they did not ask for any of these documents)

Following were the interview questions:
- You work as a ***** engineer?
- Where do you work?
- Are you currently working?
- Did you goto school in the states? Which one?
- Are you paying taxes?
- How long have you been working?
- What is your salary?
-You do quality for visa. Please wait while your visa is being printed.

The visa given was valid until the end period in the I797 Notice.
All toghether, It took about 2.5 hours to finish interview.


GETTING PERMIT FROM SHRAM KARYALAYA IN TEKU
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Directions:
From Dasrath Stadium in Tripuresor go towards National Trading Limited in Teku.
Turn Left on the road just before National Trading Limited.
Walk about 10 minutes, the Office is on the Right side

The List of the requirements are posted on the Wall outside the office.
“Helper” is easily available outside the office.
- Requires 2 Photos
- The Letter from employer should clearly state daily working hours,
(no more than 8 hours a day), holidays and salary.
- Photocopy of All pages of Passport and original.
- Photocopy and original of I797

“Helper” can help to prepare other necessary documents and application forms.
Fees: Rs. 500 application fee + approx Rs.3000 Helper Fee
After completion, they will put a sticker on the passport.


DEPARTURE FROM KATHMANDU AIRPORT
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I could not tell whether they checked the Shram Karyalaya sticker or not.
but I have heard some were denied to leave country without it.


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Hope this saves you guys some headache… Best of Luck..

Is there any case of H1B denied?

NOPE

Is there any cases denied for H1B by consular in Canada ?

YES

why they denied do you know that?

hello this is me bikash wid different sort of story
actually my sis is a nurse
c is married 3 months back
my jyoe is in states now
he went there in 2003 on dv
now my sis is applying 4 visa from ktm shortly to go to states
c has no tofel nor international student exam
but c is carrying i-20 of college sent by hubby n recommendation letter from the professor of college
plus documents showing the assests
so wat do u think her chance is n wat c need to do more to maximise her chance?
bikas

happy birthday to bhagawan shree krishna

When I went to Nepal for H1 visa stamping my I-40 was already approved. It should not be a problem. You have a choice of immigrating into the US. All they asked me that which company am I working for, what do you do there and what technology are you using. Three simple questions and all one sentence answers and visa was approved.

Max101's post should be the complete guide for anyone who is going to Nepal for H1 stamping. Wow.. he has covered everything! Thanks Max101.

Shram Karyalaya's process also went ok (not bad) for me. There is a one storey old house right across the street from Shram Karyalaya. There you can find people who will prepare the documents for you. I spent NRs 1000 for the whole "Foreign Employment Authorization" sticker. 250 for insurance, 250 for health certificate and 500 government fee. They prepare those document s right infront of you in 10 minutes and you just have to go to Shram Karyalaya and submit it. It took me about 4 hours to get the actual sticker.

I know this thread originated a long time ago and I wanted to clarify one thing. The whole thing about Shram Karyalaya is a hoax. I never had to go through such thing when I went to nepal a couple of months ago. It might be for people who are going for labor job in the Middle east or elsewhere so they have appropriate insurance and documentation.

fountaindew,
how r ya? welcome back and howz google doing????

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My friend got H1B from Osaka.
He said the got namaste from the visa officer as greetings before he said good morning. Then the officer asked how long do you want to stay in the US? Is that salary OK for your family? Is that salary higher than you have in Japan. Living cost in US would be less than in Japan, so I hope you will enjoy living in the US. Goodluck with your research. Your passport will be posted to the address you have mentioned. Good day!

My appointment is on next monday. Will tell you about my inteview. Seems like visa processes in the US consulate in Osaka is fair and smooth. What we need is just our passport, photograph, 100$, H1B approval letter, letter of offer and alien registration card issued by Japan government.


Goodluck guys!

Hi fountaindew,

Foreign employment authorization is absolutely required while flying back to US with H1 visa. I know three of my friends not allowed to take the flight from Kathmandu for not having the authorization sticker in their passport. I also know one of my friend who was not asked for the authorization.. but I think it was the immigration officer's mistake. Unless you are bribe immigration officers (this is what I heard) they will not let you take the flight without it. They even ask for the receipt of Shram Karyalaya showing that you have paid the government tax of Rs 500.

Whether it is labor job in the middle east or an engineer's job in the US, they are both considered foreign employment by the Nepalese government.. it is kind of commonsense. BTW if you have green card this is not required.. only for H1 visa holders.

Does anyone know if Bad grades (<3.00 GPA) affect chances of getting H1 Visa stamp eventhough you have good enough job and make good enough money?

Can anyone tell me, how I-797 looks like? Is it a small piece attached to the new I-94, or is it the whole paper?

Thanks.

Can MAX 101 or anyone on this forum post the the format of the employer's letter required for H1-B visa stamp please? Thanks.

Thanks to all for sharing your expertise and experience!!!