H1 to F1 to H4. Is H1 transfer valid?

[h1f1h4h1]

Hi,

I have the following case.

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H1B: Mar 2006 to Mar 2008

H1B extension was filed before Mar 2008. The case went in RFE status and additional documents were sent. I worked on H1B till Jun 2008 and then resigned to go back to school. I do not know what happened with the approval.

F1: Aug 2008 to June 2010

F1-OPT: June 2010 to Oct 2010

Current: H4: Dec 2011 - to date

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I am currently looking for a job and need an H1B. As far as I know, I won't fall under quota because I had an earlier H1B and also have Masters degree. My question is: Am I eligible for an H1B transfer? I know that H1B transfer works on H4 but I am not certain if my H1B was successfully extended (and is tranferable).

What would be the correct process for me to get an H1B now?

[pontevecchio]

H1 transfer is a misnomer. It merely means a person in H1 status is changing H1 sponsors and jobs while in H1 status in the USA. You are entitled to 6 years minus 27 months in H1 status. Every change of H1 Employer mandates a new H1 petition filing. You will have to show that your spouse is in valid H1 status.