OPT transfer to non E-Verify employer


vk3333

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Hi,

I am currently on STEM extension and working for a non-profit employer (e-Verified). I have accepted a new job with another non-profit employer that is not in e-verify.  The official start is mid August. They are filing for H1-B this week.

 I was told that as the new employer is not e-verified i will not be able to start work on my OPT and have to wait until my H1B is approved. 

To my understanding of the rules for STEM extension, the employer must be in e-verify for approval of STEM extension. So far I have not come across any text from DHS/USCIS that directly prohibits from working for a non e-verify employer once the STEM extension is granted. 

Please advise.

Thanks in advance.

VK 

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