USCIS Notice Traps H-1B After Family Emergency

An H-1B visa holder is facing a nightmare after travelling home for a family emergency. Their trip, meant to mourn a loss, became worse when they received a Notice of Intention to Revoke (NOIR) from USCIS.

What a NOIR Means

A NOIR is issued in rare cases when USCIS intends to revoke an approved petition. In this instance, the H-1B extension, approved after a standard site visit, now stands at risk of being withdrawn.

Stranded in India

The visa holder had already travelled back home after the approval. Now stranded in India, they remain uncertain about their legal status and future employment in the United States.

Reason for Revocation

USCIS cited an issue with the designated wage level as the reason for revocation. Their attorney quickly submitted a response to the NOIR, but fifteen days later, no update has been provided.

Anxiety for Immigrants

The case highlights how even approved petitions can be revoked suddenly. For H-1B workers, this creates fear and instability. A NOIR erodes trust in the system and leaves families battling stress and uncertainty.

Lack of Communication

Without clear communication from USCIS, immigrants continue to face last-minute shocks. Bureaucratic hurdles remain a constant threat, making many feel unprotected despite holding approved petitions.