How many years of H1B after changing company - 140 already approved

[drgrass]

My initial (1^st) H1b started on Oct 2007 (EB3). I140 is already approved from current full time employer so when they file for H1B extension, It was approved till 2015. If I happen to change company (probably consulting company), do I get my H1 approved for only 1 year (based on my initial H1B) or will I get it till 2015 (based on my extension).

Another question is, will there be any risk of changing company when I have less than 1 year of H1B based on my 1^st H1. BTW I belong to rest of the world category.

Thank you all in advance.

[shandan]

you should get your H1 till 2015.

[nvijragh2]

Dr Grass,

Your Case is straight forward. You will get it for 3 Years from the filing date. Better find a company that can sponsor you in EB2 as it is going to be current next month. All the very best!!