Need Clarification! H1B-F1-H1B

[sam1586]

Hi Folks, 

 

I need your help in calrifying changing status from H1B to F1 to H1B.

 

I have my first H1B approved this year for next 3 years. I have plans of doing further studies from the Spring Semester 2014. If I continue my studies then I will be on back on F1. 

 

Question is, When we are changing from F1 to H1, do I need to apply in H1B quota or anytime(like an extension). 

 

Thanks

Sam

[JoeF]

If you have been counted for the H1 quota and you don't have used the full 6 years, you are not counted again.

An employer can file an H1 for you at any time, and you would get the remainder.

[t75]

You can apply any time for the remainder of 6 years

[rahul412]

Once your initial H1 is approved, your ext will be against the cap.

[sam1586]

Thanks Guys!. This really helps :)