GC2k6PD Posted January 24, 2012 Report Share Posted January 24, 2012 I remember reading from forums couple of years back that before one appears for H1b visa stamp interview, we need to have "some file transferred .." from USCIS Kentucky office to the consular post in advance where you're appearing for visa interview. Is this still the procedure? If yes, how to apply for this file transfer? please advise asap. I'm working in USA and will go for visa stamping in India shortly. Link to comment
GC2k6PD Posted January 25, 2012 Author Report Share Posted January 25, 2012 Can anyone please advise. Thanks, Link to comment
ananthtony Posted January 26, 2012 Report Share Posted January 26, 2012 Not sure if you are talking about the PIMS update.... if it is regarding that as per the forums your attorney need to send the i-797 copy to KCC not you. Link to comment
GC2k6PD Posted January 26, 2012 Author Report Share Posted January 26, 2012 Yes, I'm talking about the PMIS update. Thanks for reminding. Is it still the process or was it in old days? Link to comment
pontevecchio Posted January 26, 2012 Report Share Posted January 26, 2012 It is automatic. No files are sent. The consulate accesses your records in Kentucky. Link to comment
GC2k6PD Posted January 26, 2012 Author Report Share Posted January 26, 2012 Thanks Pontevecchio. Link to comment
Chitown01 Posted January 26, 2012 Report Share Posted January 26, 2012 When your employer i.e. attorney files your H1 B Petition, they also submit a Duplicate Copy of petition, which is clearly marked "DUPLICATE". Once USCIS approves your petition, USCIS will send the duplicate copy to Kentucky Consular Center (KCC). KCC will enter the petition and approval information in PIMS. When you go for visa, VO will verify if that information is present in PIMS and then grant you visa. They no longer rely on the approval Notices from the applicant. They verify using number and PIMS. Link to comment
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