ONLY - Who submitted CIC-AINP(SRS-U.S. Visa Holder Category) application

[bubbly2009]

Ok, this would mean .. no more switching companies .. and just stick to the same company ......

this is the info i found in a law firm website i think it would better context

No Valid Employer-Employee Relationship
Also provided in the memo are examples that the USCIS considers to be illustrations of situations without a valid employer-employee relationship.
Self Employment - Problematic
Among the examples of problem areas is self-employment, as there is no outside exercise of control over the work. There is no separation between the individual and the employer, and thus no independent control.
©MurthyDotCom
Independent Contractor - Problematic
The same basic analysis is set out for independent contractors, such as independent sales representatives.
©MurthyDotCom
Job Shop Arrangements - Problematic
The most important example for IT consulting situations is the example of third-party placement or "job-shop" arrangements. The USCIS does not consider that there is a valid employer-employee relationship if the petitioner contracts with outside companies to fill their staffing needs. The positions are filled on an as-needed basis, rather than specifically being outlined in a contract between the petitioner and the third party. The beneficiary reports to a manager who is an employee of the third-party company. The beneficiary does not get work assignments from the petitioner; rather, the third-party company issues the assignments. The petitioner does not control the work, and there is no proprietary information regarding the petitioner that is used in the process. The end product is not related to the petitioner's business of IT consulting, and reviews are completed by the end client. The petitioner does not have the right of control and does not exercise control. Accordingly, there is no employer-employee relationship in this example.

 

[bubbly2009]

I took my photos at an office which had immigration photo service (I also took my fingerprints for PCCs there). I think you can do it even in Walmart, CVS, or Walgreens. Or you can even take photos with your camera and photoprinter. Just make sure the size of photos is correct.

And what I wrote in "Visa Office requested for the process of your application" box (1st page of IMM0008 Generic Form) is "Buffalo, USA."

Thanks for the info. Jasper

 

[Jasper]

Our CIC Timeline Spreadsheet Has Been Updated!

Yesterday, vsrao and I updated the CIC Timeline Tracker http://tinyurl.com/AINP-Tracking-System. Just like AINP Timeline Tracker, you can see the timelines of forum members' CIC application. We'll update the spreadsheet whenever we find timeline-related information in this forum.

To those who have submitted application to Buffalo or have received PPR/PR:
I collected as much timeline information as possible from early posts of forum members here. Please let me know if there's any incorrect or missing information on the spreadsheet.

 

[dnataraj]

Our CIC Timeline Spreadsheet Has Been Updated!

Yesterday, vsrao and I updated the CIC Timeline Tracker http://tinyurl.com/AINP-Tracking-System. Just like AINP Timeline Tracker, you can see the timelines of forum members' CIC application. We'll update the spreadsheet whenever we find timeline-related information in this forum.

To those who have submitted application to Buffalo or have received PPR/PR:
I collected as much timeline information as possible from early posts of forum members here. Please let me know if there's any incorrect or missing information on the spreadsheet.

Thank you!!!

 

[rezendgi]

As we know, many beneficiaries currently fall into the Job Shop Arrangements ?? so, what happens to folks who currently fall into this bucket ? are they set to go home then ??

this is the info i found in a law firm website i think it would better context

Job Shop Arrangements - Problematic
The most important example for IT consulting situations is the example of third-party placement or "job-shop" arrangements. The USCIS does not consider that there is a valid employer-employee relationship if the petitioner contracts with outside companies to fill their staffing needs. The positions are filled on an as-needed basis, rather than specifically being outlined in a contract between the petitioner and the third party. The beneficiary reports to a manager who is an employee of the third-party company. The beneficiary does not get work assignments from the petitioner; rather, the third-party company issues the assignments. The petitioner does not control the work, and there is no proprietary information regarding the petitioner that is used in the process. The end product is not related to the petitioner's business of IT consulting, and reviews are completed by the end client. The petitioner does not have the right of control and does not exercise control. Accordingly, there is no employer-employee relationship in this example.

 

[bubbly2009]

As we know, many beneficiaries currently fall into the Job Shop Arrangements ?? so, what happens to folks who currently fall into this bucket ? are they set to go home then ??

I talked to some of my friends who r really afraid of these new rules. Either Beneficiary has tobe in fulltime position or with vendor. dont know whats going to happen.

Our CIC Timeline Spreadsheet Has Been Updated!

Yesterday, vsrao and I updated the CIC Timeline Tracker http://tinyurl.com/AINP-Tracking-System. Just like AINP Timeline Tracker, you can see the timelines of forum members' CIC application. We'll update the spreadsheet whenever we find timeline-related information in this forum.

To those who have submitted application to Buffalo or have received PPR/PR:
I collected as much timeline information as possible from early posts of forum members here. Please let me know if there's any incorrect or missing information on the spreadsheet.

Thanks to VSRao and Jasper for the update which helps others.

 

[moiz4you]

Hey Guys,

I have a question.

I am on H1b and my case is with buffalo for final review. I want to plan a trip to India for a month.

SCENARIO

Say i am in India and i get my PPR through Email from Buffalo. Now i am on my way back to USA (Buffalo still has my USA address on file) and for some reason they send me back from Airport (as coming back on H1b is quite risky because of that memo-however i am not an IT guy, i am a business guy working for the company that sponsored my H1B-but you never know) can i get the stamping done in India or how do i go about it because PPR is in Buffalo and i am stuck in India.

All senior members help is greatly appreciated.

Thank You

 

[vsrao]

guys,

where do you take the immigration size photos...last time i took passport size photos and cut it to the immigration photo specifications.

thanks,
mouli

Here is the link you can do it yourself.

 

[vsrao]

guys,

where do you take the immigration size photos...last time i took passport size photos and cut it to the immigration photo specifications.

thanks,
mouli

Missing link
http://www.epassportphoto.com/

 

[narsanna]

To, all
It appears my wait is over as well. My Wife just called to inform me that we have got PPR from NY today 14th january 2010. Letter was dated on 7th January and mailed on 11th January.

Thank you all. one of the best day of my life. Planing to take rest of the day off from work and go home to celebrate it.

Congrats Dispo,
I am busy in my work so i didn't see the form for the past 1 week.
You did it.once, again congrats

 

[venky321]

Moiz,

Perhaps it would be safest to postpone your trip to India for now till you get the PR. But shouldn't be to much of a problem; you could have a friend who has a valid US visa, enter the US and get the PR visa stamped on your passport on your behalf.

 

[moiz4you]

Thank You Venky,

But is there no possible way that i can get the PPR stamped in New Delhi?

 

[venky321]

Thank You Venky,

But is there no possible way that i can get the PPR stamped in New Delhi?

I doubt that Buffalo would agree to transfer the case to another consulate this late in the process. But you can ask then perhaps.

 

[desikiVAAT]

And what I wrote in "Visa Office requested for the process of your application" box (1st page of IMM0008 Generic Form) is "Buffalo, USA."

Jasper, i was planning to fill "Los Angeles" for visa office request since i am in CA .... as u r also in CA, any particular reason for choosing Buffalo instead of LA visa office?

 

[Jasper]

Jasper, i was planning to fill "Los Angeles" for visa office request since i am in CA .... as u r also in CA, any particular reason for choosing Buffalo instead of LA visa office?

When I subimitted the copy of this form to AINP, I put "Buffalo, USA" in the box (I thought it meant "requested by AINP," not "requested by applicants") and I was planning to provide CIC with my "preference" of local Visa Office (Los Angeles, in my case) separately. But I don't think there's no problem to put our local Visa Office in this box. I believe what is important is not to leave it blank.