K1 expired, invalid (not used), Re-issuing

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OP's situation is understandable (regarding trying to quit according to the contract she has signed with the employer). US is definitely different with the At-Will-Employment contract. 

I would suggest abide by what the contract stipulates so that in the event that you have to return there, you do know they would be willing to accept you back (plus you can use them as your referees - of course this is not possible if you burn your bridge before you leave)

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Doubtful working in the Public Sector that if she no shows it would even be noticed, well not for a few months.

 

I was on 3 months notice but like everything this can be negotiated, the bigger issue is usually the non compete clause which obviously does not apply here.

 

 

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17 hours ago, kellee said:

I know things work differently in the US and other countries, but here you can't just quit your job on a whim and walk out. I work in the public service / government sector and simply not showing up anymore before the cancellation period is over can have expensive contract breaking fees as a consequence. And yes, in my country, a few months cancellation notice is not uncommon at all. It's actually the norm - workers' protection laws and all that.

 

And why I didn't quit my job earlier: in the worst case, had my dad needed longer financial help or my support with his health issues, I would have been forced to stay here longer anyway, but THEN in that case without a job. So I waited things out - maybe too long, but I can't change the situation now.

 

But thanks for your replies. I'll just try my luck and see how it turns out. The reason with my dad was the primary reason, the job quitting reason and the subsequent difficulties with that were just a consequence of that.

Several months cancellation notice is not unheard of in the US also. My son works in healthcare in Portland OR and written in his contract he had to give 4 months notice this year when he wanted to change jobs.  As an employer myself I say good for you to uphold your obligations.  It says a lot about your character.  We also see a lot about the character of many self centered people here in this thread.  If I were you I would still try to negotiate for a shorter time to leave your current job.  They may be willing to bend a little.

Edited December 15, 2017 by Neonred