How long H1B can be extended based on I140 approval

[nipukumar]

Hi,

I have a question. Based on I140 approved how many long or how many times H1B can be extended for the following situation.

It can be extended for one 3 year period if PD is not current after I140 approval. Now if i leave the current employer with whom i have I140 approved and move to another one in the mean time, 3 years has elapsed my PD is not current. New employer has not started green card yet. Can i extend the H1B for some more time, based on my prior I140 approval ?

Thanks,

[Attorney_17]

Yes. As of this writing, an individual can continue to apply for 3-year H-1B extensions beyond the six year limit as long as the PD is not current and the previously approved I-140 has not been withdrawn/revoked.