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  • i797 was not returned after H1 interview

    Hi,

    I got my visa approved and got the passport stamped. But the original i797 form was not returned by the officer.

    Just checking if I have to call them up and remind.

    Thank you.

  • #2
    Yes. You need that when you enter U.S to show at the POE.
    Not a legal advice. Use of this information is strictly at your own risk.

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    • #3
      Thanks Shervin,

      I contacted the consulate, they checked and replied that they do not keep originals there, and that I can travel with a copy (which I have).

      Hope I won't need it elsewhere.

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      • #4
        Hi MKK,

        Which VISA it was(L/H) and which consulate? How did you contact them, I also need to speak to Chennai Consulate,can some one please let me know if you have any direct contact number?

        Thanks

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        • #5
          Balu,

          Mine is an H1 and my wife and kids H4.

          I'm talking about the Chennai counsulate. The interview was in Window no:21 and the officer requested for the i797 specifically from me and I handed over. But he didn't return it. I wasn't aware that we needed it back.

          You can contact the helpdesk number but they will most likely give you the standard reply and ask you to contact via email. I sent an email with all the details possible, and they replied that "We do not keep originals here, so you may travel with the copy."

          I'm not sure if I will need the original elsewhere now. Confused!

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          • #6
            Original approval notice is required at the POE (Some officers may not be okay with a photocopy), to get SSN and at the DMV.
            Not a legal advice. Use of this information is strictly at your own risk.

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            • #7
              i797 was not returned after H1 interview

              were you able to get through the POE without original?

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