I will be applying for a new H1B visa stamp when I am in India next month. My current H1B visa stamp is still valid for another 4 months. If the consulate denies my visa renewal, am I still allowed to return using the existing visa stamp?

Answer

If your visa renewal request is denied, this would not directly impact your existing H1B visa “stamp.” However, the consular officer has the ability to revoke the existing visa stamp, if they so wish. (22.Apr.2025)

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