Archive · 29 Sep 2025
H-1B Visa Approved Without Original I-797: Applicant's Experience
Imagine you're trying to get a visa to work in the US.
This person had a visa interview but didn't have the original official document (I-797) because it got lost in the mail.
They were worried but still went to the interview.
The interview was simple: the officer asked a few questions about their job and previous student visa.
They confirmed the job title, the company, and their salary.
Surprisingly, the officer approved the visa!
The person shared their experience to help others who might be in a similar situation, showing that not having the original form isn't always a problem.
Applicant transitioned from F-1 to H-1B status.
The interview took place at the US Consulate in Hyderabad.
Applicant's original I-797 form was missing.
The visa interview was straightforward.
The H-1B visa was approved.
- Who
- An H-1B applicant.
- What
- Successfully obtained an H-1B visa approval without the original I-797 form.
- When
- September 29th.
- Where
- US Consulate in Hyderabad.
- Why
- To share their experience and reassure future applicants.
- Applicant's Visa Type
- H-1B
- Visa Stamping Location
- US Consulate in Hyderabad
- Interview Date
- September 29th
- Original I-797 Status
- Lost in Mail
- Job Title
- Senior Software Engineer
- Previous Visa
- F-1