H1B Visa Extension Delay Due to Project Completion

[RK15]

I'm currently facing a situation regarding my first H1B visa extension, and I would greatly appreciate any insights or advice you may have.

My current H1B (first petition) is valid until July 12th, 2024, and recently, I was informed by my employer that I have received approval for an I-140, but I'm still awaiting the copies. However, my employer has not yet filed for the H1B work visa extension (first extension, after 3 years of initial H1B approval) due to the completion of a recent project with a client.

I'm a bit concerned about the delay in filing for the extension and the potential impact it could have on my status. What steps should I take in this situation? Is there anything I can do to ensure a smooth transition and avoid any legal complications?

Any advice or guidance would be immensely helpful. Thank you in advance for your time and assistance.

[RK15]

Please advise at the earliest.

[Attorney_20]

The extension of status needs to be filed before your current status ends on July 12. If the employer cannot file on time, you may need to find another employer to maintain H1B status.

[RK15]

While I tend to pursue the extension filing (before my current visa expires) with my current employer, they mentioned I am required to have a new client project as it is a mandatory process for extension filing (the current project contract ends today). In this situation, I want to understand,

• Is my current employer required to have an end client letter or a new project-related contract for me to file an extension?
• If a client letter is not required, am I still eligible to request for extension filing with my current employer (or a new employer)?
• If so, what document sets are required for extension filing?