H1B - B2-H1B

[vidhu123]

I got laid off on H1B last week. should i try to go on F1 and then H1B again or should I try to go on B2 and then H1B again. which is easy, better and safe. please respond I am very confuse.

[goomail]

Ideally, when you get laid off, you are out of status and not eligible to apply for any COS or transfer. Still, you can give a try if you can file that ASAP, approval chances are very minimal. Consult a good attorney.