entry into POE without I797.

[smachohalla]

Hi.. I have a valid H1b with my current employer. But seems like they arent interested in sending me to US again. Iv talked to the HR and they said if i quit the company they would get back my petition(I797) but would spare the visa stamping in my passport. I wana know if it is possible for me to travel to US on my own expense and get entry at POE without a petition letter. I do not intend to stay there but have got few monetary issues to be settled with people i've known there.

[txh1b]

Entering on a H1b petition without intending to work for an employer is fraud. You should never do that.

You can have the H1b transfered over to a new employer. Just keep a copy of the petition.

[smachohalla]

Entering on a H1b petition without intending to work for an employer is fraud. You should never do that.

You can have the H1b transfered over to a new employer. Just keep a copy of the petition.

my question is that can i pass through the POE with a valid h1b visa without a petition. my friends in the US say that is possible. Just want to confirm

[orion]

No, you can't, will be asked for the original petition at PoE. For the purpose you are travelling you need to apply for B2.

[txh1b]

You can enter with a copy provided you are going to work for the employer. Entering without intending to work for an employer is fraud and you will be arrested and removed.