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Can I change jobs on a non-immigrant B visa without getting a new visa?
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.
Many thanks in advance.
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
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
Steve *******
OPIndeed, more assessing the possibilities and understanding his position.
Steve *******
OPJames, it wasn't a criticism I was very impressed that you looked back at previous posts, very thorough.
Steve *******
OPYes, 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💪
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.
Steve *******
OPThanks for the swift response Tod. If in the case of the latter, would it be possible to get another visa without leaving the country?
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?
are you now on the 90 day stamp from the Non-B visa OR are you on an "extension of stay" based on employment?
Steve *******
OPHe's got a one year extension of stay stamp not a multiple entry based on working, i.e. a non B
Benjamin ******
@Steve ******
then follow Tod Daniels advice below and you'll be fineSteve *******
OPI will need to check with him, apologies.
Steve *******
OPI'm asking for a friend. He has a non b visa that he's had for almost one year.
Benjamin ******
@Steve ******
Does he have a one year multiple entry Non-B visa, or a one year extension of stay stamp? Activity
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