Does applying for PERM, I-140 on F-1 visa hurt chances of getting L-1 visa in future?

[gvk93]

I am on F-1 OPT and my company is willing to apply for my PERM and I-140 on my F-1 OPT. They are also sponsoring my H-1B. If I don't get H-1B then I would have to go to Canada and come back on L-1A visa.

So does applying for PERM and I-140 on F-1 visa hurt my chances of getting L-1A visa? I know if we apply for PERM and I-140 on F-1 visa then we won't get F-1 visa in future due to its single intent.

Also, would it hurt my H-1B application if H-1B gets picked?

[JoeF]

L1 and H1 allow immigration intent, unlike the F1. So, there is no issue for an L1 or H1.

[gvk93]

@JoeF So do you think starting GC process on F-1 is a good idea or wait until I get back on L-1A visa after a year?