Visa stamped after 221g in Kolkata

[scientist123]

Date of Interview: Dec 3, 221g issued asking for research details, resume, proposed research plan etc.

Submitted Docs via email : Dec 4

Clearence received: Dec 25

Visa stamped on: Dec 28

I am a postdoc at a large public university. This is my 2nd H1B stamping. Hope all of you get ur visas soon. Happy new year in advance.

[ssmr]

Hey Scientist,

Congratulations on getting your visa. I am in the same boat as yours. I work in R&D of a top pharma company. I was asked to submit my resume and research details via email (221g white slip).

I was told the process will take 2-4 weeks. Did the VO mention similar processing time for your case?

Thanks!

[scientist123]

Yes the VO mentioned it will take 2-4 weeks. When did u submit your docs?

[ssmr]

My visa interview was on Dec 20th and I submitted the documents via email 2 hours after my interview.

Hoping to get the visa approved by end of next week. Did you contact the consulate during the wait time? Is there any point in sending them email and asking the status?

[scientist123]

I dont think there is any point trying to contact the consulate. You will get an email once your passport is ready for pick up. Also remeber that passport pick up time at the OFC is Monday through Friday from 10 AM to 4 PM. Carry a Govt issued photo ID (original +one xerox copy) when you go to pick up ur passport. So till then just seat back, relax and enjoy ur holidays.

Cheers :)

[ssmr]

Thanks for your response! I don't have much vacation time left (1 week). Don't have any other option either...

Anyways enjoy your vacation!