Thread to track HSMP applications from U.S.A

pateketu · Post by **pateketu** » Tue Aug 01, 2006 7:05 am

Lately I have seen lot of people applying from USA may be most of them are stuck in greencard mess in US

So I thought I would start a thread to track approvals/rejections especially for people applying from US.

oneway · Post by **oneway** » Tue Aug 01, 2006 1:16 pm

Here are my details:

Over 28.
Mailed application: 11th July
CC Charged: 20th July

No reference number yet.
I have been trying to call them since last tuesday. If anyone is able to get through to their number, please post here! Thanks.

windmill · Post by **windmill** » Tue Aug 01, 2006 10:59 pm

Nice idea.

I'd be sending my application in next couple of days (just waiting for my bank statements to come). Will update the status then. <ok>

abhijeetrao · Post by **abhijeetrao** » Wed Aug 02, 2006 1:33 am

Even I am planning to apply from US. But I am still in the initial stages so I guess I will take some time to get everything ready.

pateketu · Post by **pateketu** » Wed Aug 02, 2006 2:06 am

I have got my papers almost done, will be sending it soon in few days

UKdestiny · Post by **UKdestiny** » Wed Aug 02, 2006 2:06 am

Applied for USA - Age under 28

CC Charged & Ref no : 13-Jul-06.

Waiting for the decision letter !!!!

oneway · Post by **oneway** » Wed Aug 02, 2006 2:33 am

UKdestiny,

Did they email you your reference number or did you call them?

UKdestiny · Post by **UKdestiny** » Wed Aug 02, 2006 5:56 am

Hi Oneway,

They emailed me the reference no. I haven't recevied any letter on behalf of my reference...

I called up HO last week to check the progress they told its with the case worker & it will take 25 to 50 days.

Did you also applied if so when & wats the status ?? all the best !!!

oneway · Post by **oneway** » Wed Aug 02, 2006 1:04 pm

OK!

I have my reference number now. They emailed it to me. All the best to everyone waiting.

pritamr · Post by **pritamr** » Wed Aug 02, 2006 9:42 pm

Do you need to have a job offer or interview invitation while filling the application?

How do you prove that you can get job in UK?

I am a Software Developer in NY. Please advise.

oneway · Post by **oneway** » Wed Aug 02, 2006 10:12 pm

I far as I know, print out and include ads of job postings from websites. The jobs should match your skills closely as indicated by the letters you receive from your ex-employers describing your job duties.

pateketu · Post by **pateketu** » Wed Aug 02, 2006 10:37 pm

You don't need to, Just the job postings from site such as Reed.Co.uk though I have few interview invitations that I am submitting.

lanwarrior · Post by **lanwarrior** » Thu Aug 03, 2006 2:38 am

pateketu wrote:You don't need to, Just the job postings from site such as Reed.Co.uk though I have few interview invitations that I am submitting.

Hi pateketu,

How did you get interview invitations when you're still in US? Did the UK companies actually called you from there and did the phone interview?

To all,

Here's my timeline:
Application received: 07/31/06 (DHL delivery tracking)
CC charged: 08/01/06

Waiting for reference number now.

pateketu · Post by **pateketu** » Thu Aug 03, 2006 3:47 am

lanwarrior wrote:How did you get interview invitations when you're still in US? Did the UK companies actually called you from there and did the phone interview?

Yes,

Also it is a good idea to get Vonage or any VOIP phone and a UK virtual number. Vonage only costs $5/month for a UK virtual number.

Though I have US address on my resume/CV having a UK number helps to atleast get that first call!

lanwarrior · Post by **lanwarrior** » Thu Aug 03, 2006 8:09 am

That's an excellent idea! I'll set that up too!

pateketu · Post by **pateketu** » Fri Aug 04, 2006 4:36 am

Just curious how many are on H1-B?

oneway · Post by **oneway** » Fri Aug 04, 2006 5:41 pm

I am on EAD. I started my US GC process in 2001. The wait is never ending. By my estimation, my GC will only become current in 2008 or so.

pateketu · Post by **pateketu** » Fri Aug 04, 2006 7:28 pm

he he My GC is expected to come in 2010 and may be latter and offcourse I am not waiting that long, that's why I am going for HSMP

abhijeetrao · Post by **abhijeetrao** » Sun Aug 06, 2006 5:05 am

I am also waiting for GC. But i think it will take 2012 for me as I am in my sixth year and I just started the process because of layoffs. Its been 8 years for me here and now another 6 years wait

windmill · Post by **windmill** » Mon Aug 07, 2006 10:54 pm

I'm on H1B. My employer wanted to file for GC last year and I said no as I didn't want to continue. But since they are non-profit org I got stuck in quota/non-quota loop and could not transfer even after getting a job as H1B got over. Sick of this whole loop and no intention of waitin 5-6 yrs for GC.

I have a question though - For my salary, I'm attaching my paystubs for last 12 months. Also my employer letter states my earnings for last year and year-to-date for this one.

Although, my paystubs are original which I get every time but they are black&white and looks like an A-4 paper. They are very detailed and with logo but not colored. :S I know trivial (or not??) but does it matter?

Also, since I'm a bit worried about this, I am attaching my bank statements for last 12 months as well but I don't have original statements for all the months. I asked bank and they said they can't give me original (i mean on the better paper like original statement) but only copy. Will print-out of my statements work (as it says original only)?

I am done with all the paper work except for this one thing. Then need to write a cover letter, send it all, and wait with fingers crossed.

Please help!

windmill · Post by **windmill** » Mon Aug 07, 2006 11:07 pm

Oh and I'll also be sending my W2 from last year but it shows a different amount than my employer letter, as funnily my employer as included few of my business trip re-imbursements in the earnings.

Incidentally, are any of you guys with MS degree sending your bachelors degree as well?

pateketu · Post by **pateketu** » Tue Aug 08, 2006 7:12 am

Yes I have send my Undergraduate degree certificate.

arm · Post by **arm** » Tue Aug 08, 2006 11:46 am

Me too.

It will be better for you to send yours too.

windmill · Post by **windmill** » Tue Aug 08, 2006 3:20 pm

So what are you doing for the income proof? This is what I have:
- Employer letter stating my last years salary and this years to date
- W2
- Pay stubs (original but black & white. is it a problem?)
- Bank Statements (all are NOT original. Some are printouts of e-statements)

Is this ok? Please tell as I wish to send the app ASAP.

pateketu · Post by **pateketu** » Tue Aug 08, 2006 4:15 pm

Here's what I have send:

-- W2
-- Electronic Paystubs printed on official company letter head
-- Letter from employer showing breakdown of salary for past one yer
-- Couple of bank statements showing the direct deposit of salary twice a month

regarding the paystubs it should be fine as you are showing bankstatements and w2 plus employer's letter, but at the end of the day case work decideds what he/she likes

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