An H-1B visa applicant from India now faces a painful situation. Visa interview slot cancellations have put your February wedding at risk. You feel stuck between personal commitments and immigration uncertainty, with no clear timeline for relief.
Visa cancellations create uncertainty
You are currently in the US, while your fiancée is in India. With mass H-1B interview cancellations, you do not know if you can return to the US after travelling. This uncertainty has created fear around travel decisions and future plans.
Marriage in the US not an option
You cannot marry in the US because your fiancée would need a B-2 tourist visa. Entering the country with the intent to marry on a B-2 visa counts as visa fraud under US immigration rules.
Experts advise postponement
Immigration experts say many H-1B holders face similar problems due to interview cancellations. They advise you to delay the wedding to avoid getting stranded in India without a valid visa appointment.
Alternative marriage options
Experts suggest an online marriage or a simple court ceremony. This allows you to apply for an H-4 dependent visa for your partner while avoiding travel risks linked to cancelled interview slots.
Legal advice becomes necessary
You are now consulting immigration lawyers to understand your options. Getting stuck in India would seriously affect your job and immigration status in the US.
A difficult personal decision
You now face the hard choice of postponing your wedding. If you go ahead as planned, you risk damaging both your employment and your long-term immigration journey.
