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Can I change jobs on a non-immigrant B visa without getting a new visa?

Non-Immigrant B Visa Work Permit Changing Jobs Visa Regulations Extension of Stay

Jan 10, 2021

4 years ago

Steve *******

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What happens with regards to a non immigrant B visa if you wish to move jobs. Is it possible to keep the visa and just get a new work permit at a different place of work or must you get a new visa as well?

Many thanks in advance.

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TLDR : Answer Summary

If you hold a non-immigrant B visa and wish to change jobs, your options depend on your current immigration status. If you are on a 90-day stamp or an extension of stay due to employment, you may be required to obtain a new work permit through your new employer. If you're on an extension based on your current job, you can cancel it with your current employer's documents and apply for a new extension with your new employer's documentation. However, if your visa or stamp is linked to your current employer, a change is not possible without acquiring a new visa.

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Tod *********

If you're on an extension of stay, you can cancel the one you're on with documents from your current employer and apply for a new extension with documents from your new employer.

If you're on the 90 day stamp from the Non-B VISA and the name of the company is written on the visa or the 90 day stamp you can't change it

4 years ago

Steve *******

ORIGINAL POSTER

Indeed, more assessing the possibilities and understanding his position.

4 years ago

Steve *******

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James, it wasn't a criticism I was very impressed that you looked back at previous posts, very thorough.

4 years ago

James ********

4 years ago

Steve *******

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Yes, that was my case. I successfully obtained my spouse visa in December after having a 60 day extension to my non immigrant multi O, thanks to the advice on how his forum. I also have the work permit too. The Q above is not for me but is an enquiry for one of my friends. Impressed with your detective skills James💪

4 years ago

James ********

@Steve ******

trying to be of helpful assist. Sometimes the facts are not clearly stated.

But Ben was clued in before I was. Hope your friend is able to change jobs...but during COVID times may not be the wisest thing to do.

4 years ago

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Steve *******

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Thanks for the swift response Tod. If in the case of the latter, would it be possible to get another visa without leaving the country?

4 years ago

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Steve *******

Tod *********

The real question IS

are you now on the 90 day stamp from the Non-B visa OR are you on an "extension of stay" based on employment?

4 years ago