Case sent back to USCIS

[h1visaseeker]

Hi,

I got a 221g green with the following thing crossed out :

The case is being sent back to USCIS for further review.......

Following are my details :

Visa category : H1B

Interview date : Sep 12, 2011

221g? Yes, green

Docs submitted date : Sep 29, 2011

Docs submitted again : Oct 21, 2011

Mail received : Oct 29, 2011

Does this mean my visa is rejected? i have read in the forum that people get the denial letter 2-3 months after the consulate has taken a decision. It would help to know so that i can look at other options as well. Could you please let me know if this is the standard process followed for denial/refusal?

I have a couple of other questions as well..Please help if you are aware of the answers..

1) If this is rejected, can i file for H4 without withdrawing this application?

2) While this is in process, if i find a new employer, can i file for another H1? Is this legally acceptable?

[h1visaseeker]

As a follow up to the above post, I also have a couple of other questions :

1) Will all my documents be sent back to me through VFS?

2) I have not received any other letter other than 221g green form which says the petition is being returned to USCIS. Should i expect to receive one?

[pontevecchio]

Your Employer will get a response in up to 9 months or so. They suspect the H1 sponsors credentials. If your spouse is in valid H1 status with proof you can apply for and get the H4 visa. In future if a ny H1 sponsor files and gets your H1 petition approved you should be able to work for him after COS or on the basis of a visa.