Visa under counselor processing -Already have stamped visa.

[Pinkycutie]

Hello,

I have my stamped Visa until 2024 and my H-1B got transferred to a new company and it's approved until 2026 under counselor processing.

Due to an emergency i need to travel out of country. Is it mandatory to go for stamping as i already have stamped Visa.

[Zodiac System]

Your status is the same i.e. H1-B status.  Therefore you do not need a new visa.  Carry your original H1b approval with you for showing at POE (port of immigration) on your way back  so you can get an I-94 valid until 2026.  Make sure you have enough validity of One+ year in your passport.  Good Luck.

[Pinkycutie]

Thanks for your response!

[Attorney_13]

In general, an individual with a valid and unexpired H1B visa fore employer A can use that visa to re-enter the U.S. pursuant to a new H1B approval with employer B. At the port of entry, be sure to present the new approval notice with employer B. After entry, make sure to check the I-94 card online to be sure the validity period matches employer B's approval. If not, contact a qualified immigration attorney to discuss your options.