J1, H-1B, & Green Cards: IMGs Discuss Common Visa Questions

[@argumentumadbaculum]

Thanks in advance for your answer, Is step 3 a must for H1B visa?.

[@matcharesident]

This is something you should verify with the ECFMG: www.ECFMG.org/contact

[@sagnikroy7851]

Great initiative....i will definitely use match a resident during my application process

[@matcharesident]

Awesome! We're glad you found this content helpful :)

[@thekachmann4245]

Is there a list of programs to see which sponsors h1b

[@matcharesident]

Match A Resident includes that information in our program profiles!

[@shaikwahidasulthana2458]

Great video, What is the procedure to get green card?

[@GemaSpringer]

Thank you so much for making this video! Match a resident is awesome

[@matcharesident]

Thanks so much! We're here to help!

[@marcelo1810]

Great video! Quick question, please advice, or refer me to a webpage or something. From what I have researched, the H1 Visa has a maximum of 6 years. What happens to IMG's that go into 7 year Ortho/Neurosurg/Gen Surgery? How can only apply to this residencies with an H1? Thanks in advance.

[@matcharesident]

You can contact these ambassadors directly (see their IG info below). You can also contact an immigration lawyer here: instagram.com/claugasana_immigration_lawyer/

[@shaikwahidasulthana2458]

I’m MBBS student in India. I want to do electives and want to match into any surgical branch, further medical studies in usa? For these things will I get visa in first attempt? With out visiting other countries. Please let me know.

[@matcharesident]

Hi! You can contact ECFMG for further visa related questions! ecfmg.org/contact

[@bhrigudutt6876]

It is very very helpful .... Thank you match a resident you make awesome content videos

[@matcharesident]

Our pleasure!

[@notonfire7318]

What are the chances to match in haem/onc after residency on a h1b?

[@matcharesident]

No one can tell you your chances of Matching, as it depends on the overall quality of your application :)

[@shrutimehta2163]

I know many residency programs won't consider h1b applicants. And i know that IMG physicians who've completed their training in the USA are h1b cap exempt, provided they work in a non profit research/university or a at a setting which is affiliated to a university. I wanted to know that if i apply for an h1b before starting my residency (instead of the more common j1), will i be subjected to the h1b cap? Even if i match into a university that accepts h1b applicants is there a possibility i won't be able to practice since there's too many H1B holders? And what if i match into a community program, will i be subjected to the h1b cap? And will getting an h1b for Residency depend on my country also?

[@matcharesident]

You'd need to contact the ECFMG to verify the answer to your questions :)

[@shaikwahidasulthana2458]

Great video, In required details of B1/B2 : last degree details : College name : Full address : These are to be filled. What should I have to fill in this completed degree or current degree I’m in MBBS third year now. I want to do electives. Please let me know When should I have to apply for H1B or J1?

[@matcharesident]

Hi! Please direct specific questions to where you're submitting your application.

[@shaikwahidasulthana2458]

Great video, Do I need to visit any other countries before applying for usa visa for better chances of getting visa? Because I didn’t visit any other country . Not possible for me now. Any other suggestions to get visa in first attempt please….

[@matcharesident]

Feel free to reach out to them directly for specific questions! @drcyntan We also recommend contacting ECFMG for further visa related questions.

[@shaikwahidasulthana2458]

@@matcharesident thanks. How to contact them directly? Please let me know.

[@matcharesident]

You can contact ECFMG here: ecfmg.org/contact

[@shaikwahidasulthana2458]

I’m MBBS student in India. I want to do electives and want to match into any surgical branch, further medical studies in usa? For these things will I get visa in first attempt? With out visiting other countries. Please let me know.

[@matcharesident]

Please contact ECFMC for further visa related questions.

[@hanszimmer6529]

How difficult it is to match into a pathology program that sponsor h1b?

[@matcharesident]

Generally speaking, Pathology is an IMG Friendly specialty. As far as programs that sponsor H1B visas, this is exactly the type of data Match A Resident provides through our Customized Lists! You can visit us here for a page full of details for Non-US IMGs: www.matcharesident.com/non-us-img

[@josephthomas1610]

Hi Jeff ,Joseph here. can you answer please .My daughter now in 5th year is completing her IMG at Dubai. Her 6th year is the internship, can she do her internship in USA? .She is a green card holder.

[@matcharesident]

I believe she can - that's a question for her to ask her program!

[@wayne-andrewpalmer4554]

Will programs accept an I551 stamped passport as proof of permanent residence?

[@matcharesident]

This is something you'd have to verify with individual programs.

[@shaikwahidasulthana2458]

Hi ma’am Great video, If you don’t mind please let me know whether is it mandatory to visit any other other countries ( for better experience in abroad)before applying for USA visa to get visa in first attempt? Because I willing to do electives and medical masters in USA after MBBS from Indian medical college. Which type of visa I need to apply if I’m willing to settle in USA ? Please let me know.

[@matcharesident]

Please contact ECFMG: ecfmg.org/contact

[@moist8875]

So basically, as a non US IMG even if I'm accepted residency in US, I have to get back to my home country after finish residency ?

[@matcharesident]

We recommend verifying all visa questions with the ECFMG, but this link offers some important details: www.ecfmg.org/evsp/applying-general-selected-regulations.html

[@malikk4235]

this is a great video

[@matcharesident]

We think so too!

[@bryanwayne7500]

Hello! Do Green card holders have higher chance of matching residency?? and After completing residency of 3years with J1 , is J1 waiver needed before starting fellowship?? I’m confused.Help me please!

[@matcharesident]

Visa/Green card status is only one of many factors that affect one's chances of Matching. That being said, Green card holders may have a greater number of compatible programs to consider since they are not limited to programs that accept/sponsor visas. We recommend contacting the ECFMG directly concerning your J1 waiver question! www.ECFMG.org/contact

[@prathamsingh3974]

Yes because the programs did not have to spend around 10000 USD in sponsoring your visa. if you are a lawful permanent resident (greencard holder) you don't have to worry about visa for your residency and fellowship.