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How much in advance of the employment start date (as shown on the I-797 notice) can I apply for the H1 visa at the consulate?

April 26, 2017employment H1 I-797 Notice Visa

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How much in advance of the employment start date (as shown on the I-797 notice) can I apply for the H1 visa at the consulate?

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You can apply at any time up to 90 days in advance of the employment start date, as shown on the I-797 notice. However, you can only enter the U.S. 10 days in advance of the employment start date, unless you are already working on an H1B visa and have applied for restamping.