My 6th year as H-1B expires in July 2003. I have applied for labor certification in June 2001 so I am eligible for the 7th year extension. My question is three parts:
1) What form do I file for the extension? Is it the same form as the H-1B form or is there a separate form?
2) Can I apply now or somebody told me I cannot apply for an extention until 180 days before the expiry (July 2003). Is this true (i.e. do I have to wait until January 2003 to apply?)
3) How long does the processing of the application take? Can I apply premium processing? How much does that cost vs. normal application?
Any help will be greatly appreciated.
1) What form do I file for the extension? Is it the same form as the H-1B form or is there a separate form?
2) Can I apply now or somebody told me I cannot apply for an extention until 180 days before the expiry (July 2003). Is this true (i.e. do I have to wait until January 2003 to apply?)
3) How long does the processing of the application take? Can I apply premium processing? How much does that cost vs. normal application?
Any help will be greatly appreciated.