[bberna]

Hello,
I am on a J1 visa. I got my waiver for the 2 year rule couple months ago. But after getting the waiver, my university extended my J1 status. My question is: is the waiver still good or do I need to apply for a waiver again? We are about the start the H1 process.

[lawanwadee]

You don't need a new J-1 waiver, but it's recommended that you discuss this matter with your attorney prior to the process.

[bberna]

You don't need a new J-1 waiver, but it's recommended that you discuss this matter with your attorney prior to the process.

Thanks a lot. The officer dealing with my H1 process said the same thing, i.e. I don't need a new waiver. However, when I asked the Dept. of State I got contradicting answers. That's what confused me. Can I ask how sure are you about not needing a new waiver?

Thank you.

[lawanwadee]

Did you talk to customer service? Many of them are new and not knowledgeable even with simple questions. Talk to your attorney.

[zoro_1001]

If an immigrant decides to return home but would later like to apply for a waiver from the country where he is live,can this be done from a distance since the immigrant wouldn't be able to enter the country without a visa?