I have valid H1B petition as well as visa stamping till 2026. Due to change of location, amendment and extension filed for me which is still pending for approval from USCIS. Can I travel to India for an emergency ? If the request is approved while I am in India, do I need a new stamping ?
Kindly suggest.
You can travel while H1B is pending with USCIS. H1B Change of Status is abandoned. Transfer, Amendment travel allowed. For re-entry, you need valid H1B.
Thanks for the reply. If the amendment gets approved while in India, do I need to go for stamping or I can travel using new approved notice and previous but valid H1B ? My company immigration team said that I might need stamping while in India.
You can use an existing unexpired visa stamp in the passport to travel with approved amendment i797.