> Hi,
>
> I have been in contact with a consultancy in New Jersey, and they have
> offered to sponsor my H1 visa.
> They have said that once I arrive in the US they will try and find me
> work in my chosen area (Georgia).
> They are going to pay the visa application and my flight out there,
> however, they are asking me to pay thier independant lawyer for the
> legal fees.
> Is this normal, out of the ordinary etc?
>
> Once I arrive in the US I have to apply for my social security number,
> is it true that this can take upto 4 weeks?
>
> I guess that I a bit nervous about the whole thing, as I will be
> quitting my well paid job here in the UK and going into the unknown.
>
> Anyhow, thanks in advance for any advice, information etc..
> Regards
> Col
Sounds like a scam.
To state the obvious they need to be your Employer.
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