F1-H1B Visa Stamping

[crazee]

Hello,

My F-1 visa was converted into H-1B from March 1, 2010. I was planning to go to Delhi, India in December end. I had few questions regarding that:
- When do the visa appointment dates generally open for December?
- I believe December must be a busy season, since most people visit India during the holidays. Should I keep anything specific in mind while booking my flight tickets?
- Also does the holiday season affect the number of allowed visa appointments at the US consulate?

One more question. If I have to go out of US before that, I would have to get my H-1B visa stamped from Canada. Is that possible for F1 to H-1B COS cases?

Thanks a lot!

[shervin143]

- When do the visa appointment dates generally open for December?
>>> 2-3 weeks in advance.

- I believe December must be a busy season, since most people visit India during the holidays. Should I keep anything specific in mind while booking my flight tickets?
>>> Nothing. Book early so that you could get a cheap ticket.

- Also does the holiday season affect the number of allowed visa appointments at the US consulate?
>>> No. But consulates will be closed during the U.S holidays. Because of the less number of days, the appointments will get filled up little quick.

One more question. If I have to go out of US before that, I would have to get my H-1B visa stamped from Canada. Is that possible for F1 to H-1B COS cases?
>>> Since you did your studies in U.S, you can get your H1B stamped in Canada.