F1-OPT-H1 (5yrs) ->> F1-OPT

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abhi007

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Hi,

I am currently on H1. I came to US on F-1 then converted to OPT and H1. Although my company is starting the GC process soon, I am planning to go back to school Full Time (probably for 1yr)

Will it be easy for me to convert to F1?

Will I get the OPT again? Are there any restrictions?

When I get H1 again, will it just be for remaining 1yr (on my current H1) or it can be for 3yrs? Will it be against the quota?

Thanks for your response.

Abhi.
 
Please remember, unlike H-1B, F-1 does not permit dual intent. As long as your employer did not fied an immigrant petition on your behalf, you should be good. Yes you will get OPT as per F-1 visa rules. If you apply for a new H-1B later, you need to stay outside of the U.S for at least a year. Otherwise you will get only the remaining portion of the current 6 year term.
 
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