H1-B Approved this year

[abhishes]

Hi,

 

My organization had applied for my H1-B this year and I got notice from USCIS that my H1B has been approved. I have been told that the visa will become effective on Oct 1st.

 

However because of personal reasons, I need to look for another job.

 

Is it possible for me to switch job without loosing the H1-B which got approved (assume that the new employer is ready to apply for transfer).

 

I guess the answer is no ... but just checking....

[rahul412]

Yes that's possible. Once your initial H1 is approved then your employer can file for  new H1 (transfer) ANY time.

[jairichi]

Hi,

 

My organization had applied for my H1-B this year and I got notice from USCIS that my H1B has been approved. I have been told that the visa will become effective on Oct 1st.

 

However because of personal reasons, I need to look for another job.

 

Is it possible for me to switch job without loosing the H1-B which got approved (assume that the new employer is ready to apply for transfer).

 

I guess the answer is no ... but just checking....

Yes, a new employer has to file a cap exempt H1B petition.