Unused H1B and never flied to USA yet

[Surendra Nuvvula]

Hi Team,

Good Day!

I have unused H1B Visa which I got it in 2016 and had stamping in the same year but I did not travel to US unfortunately.

Could you please clarify that the visa validity does expire by 2022 year end or it will be valid for still 6 more years as I didn't utilize/travel to USA anytime.

If it is valid and if I want to utilize it now what are the next steps and process to follow to fulfill my dreams

 

Regards,

Surendra

[Zodiac System]

There are several schools of thought on this topic.  Some attorneys claim that they were able to process a previously unused H1b, while some say that it cannot be used again and you have to re-enter the H1b lottery system.

Do you have an employer currently in US, who is willing to process your previous H1b?  Good Luck.

[Surendra Nuvvula]

Yes, one of the employers came forward to take it further..any such cases which were successful earlier? and any particular suggestion if any to proceed

[Zodiac System]

On 4/25/2022 at 3:32 AM, Surendra Nuvvula said:

Yes, one of the employers came forward to take it further..any such cases which were successful earlier? and any particular suggestion if any to proceed

If one employer has come forward, he is associated with an experienced attorney.  You should be good.

[pontevecchio]

Since your visa was stamped, you are considered cap counted and any employer can file an H1 petition for you non-cap.