Hi,
I just received an H-1B visa renewal approval notice
(the 2nd 3-year work visa) (Form I797) from the INS.
I am planning to visit a U.S. Embassy in Canada to
renew my visa stamp (currently F-1 visa stamped).
However, my concern is that about 5 years ago (1997),
I was in a diversion program for a petty theft. It's
extremely embarrassing and still a shame and a
disgrace to me. After performing a number of hours
community services, my case was officially "dismissed"
as stated on court paper under the diversion program
in CA. I'm terribly worried that this may affect my
chances to have my visa stamp renewed. How should I
respond when asked in the U.S. Embassy whether I have
committed or convicted of any crimes? I would deeply
appreciate it if someone could help on this matter.
Thank you very much in advance.
Bill
I just received an H-1B visa renewal approval notice
(the 2nd 3-year work visa) (Form I797) from the INS.
I am planning to visit a U.S. Embassy in Canada to
renew my visa stamp (currently F-1 visa stamped).
However, my concern is that about 5 years ago (1997),
I was in a diversion program for a petty theft. It's
extremely embarrassing and still a shame and a
disgrace to me. After performing a number of hours
community services, my case was officially "dismissed"
as stated on court paper under the diversion program
in CA. I'm terribly worried that this may affect my
chances to have my visa stamp renewed. How should I
respond when asked in the U.S. Embassy whether I have
committed or convicted of any crimes? I would deeply
appreciate it if someone could help on this matter.
Thank you very much in advance.
Bill