My Background: from P. R. China. Adjusted status from F1 to H1B in US, so I am under H1B status, although I have never obtained the actual H1B visa stamp. Currently I-485 pending and I have Advance Parole.
When I try to re-enter US from China --
Scenario 1: I apply for H1B visa and return with H1B visa.
Scenario 2: I do not apply for H1B visa. Instead when I re-enter, I present BOTH H1B approval notice and Advance Parole document.
My question: what different effects will each scenario has on my status. To be more specific, if I go with Scenario 2, am I still considered under H1B? If I change job, can I apply for a new H1B through my new employer? If I re-new H1B with my current employer, do I lose any Advance Parole benefit?
Thank you!
When I try to re-enter US from China --
Scenario 1: I apply for H1B visa and return with H1B visa.
Scenario 2: I do not apply for H1B visa. Instead when I re-enter, I present BOTH H1B approval notice and Advance Parole document.
My question: what different effects will each scenario has on my status. To be more specific, if I go with Scenario 2, am I still considered under H1B? If I change job, can I apply for a new H1B through my new employer? If I re-new H1B with my current employer, do I lose any Advance Parole benefit?
Thank you!