Legal Question in Immigration Law in New Jersey

about H1 B

I did my Masters here In US, I have applied an H1 from a consulting company last year, as this H1 have not been approved on time, I have applied for OPT extension. I got my OPT extension last week. But this week my H1 has also been approved. I want to be on my OPT extension, how is that possible, Is there a hance that I can post pone my H1 next year.


Asked on 2/19/09, 8:32 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Anthony Siliato Meyner and Landis LLP

Re: about H1 B

If your H-1B approval is a change of status, you must start your H-1B within 60 days of the approval. If your H-1B approval is not a change of status--but rather a notification to the Consulate, you can choose to start your H-1B at any time prior to the expiration of the approval. You would need to go abroad and apply for an H-1B visa. Upon your return to the U.S., you would be in H-1B status.

The information contained herein is intended only for educational or informational purposes and is not a substitute for legal advice.

Responding to this inquiry in no way establishes an attorney client relationship; however, I look forward to exploring these issues with you further by way of telephone or in-person consultation.

Anthony F. Siliato, Esq.

MEYNER AND LANDIS LLP

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Newark, New Jersey 07102

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Answered on 2/19/09, 9:50 pm


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