H1B Visa Stamping Process

When you leave the US first time after your H1B visa has commenced, you need to get stamping from US Consulate before re-entering US. This info is specially for those who did their masters in the US and started their work in OPT and obtained their H1B. You need to prepare for the interview atleast 2-3 weeks in advance.

1. DS-160 Form

2. Documents required for Booking Visa Interview date:

• DS-160 Barcode (Filled online)
• HDFC Bank Receipt Barcode
• I-797 - USCIS approval notice
• Passport
• Link to Schedule an interview - https://www.vfs-usa.co.in/USIndia/visaappointment.html
• More info: click here
  

3. Documents required for the Visa Interview

• More info: http://chennai.usconsulate.gov/h1bvisas.html
• Official link for Steps for the interview - http://chennai.usconsulate.gov/howtoapply.html