H1 Extension in progress, can we initiate H1 transfer with new employer

[ssdce]

Hello Team,

 

Can you please respond to the queries below:

 

Case 1:

H1 extension for the current employer is in progress. I have received receipt number from USCIS. Can i change job during this period? Can i initiate H1 transfer for the new employer?

 

Case 2:

H1 extension for the current employer is in progress. I haven't received receipt number from USCIS yet but can i initiate H1 transfer for the new employer? 

 

Basically can H1 transfer and H1 extension be filed in parallel. 

 

Thanks in advance

SSDCE

[jairichi]

1. Yes.

2. Yes, only if your I94 is still valid.

[ssdce]

Thanks a lot for your response. I appreciate your help.