F1-(OPT) to H1

[hiwaystar]

Hi all,

I am currently on OPT, which is expiring on September 18th, 2002.

I have an offer from a company which is willing to sponsor H-1 by premium processing, unfortunately by the time their paper work is done and the petition is actually submitted to INS, it may be after september 18th.

SO INS may not receive my H-1 petition before my OPT expires. What if INS receives petition after my OPT expires?

My F-1 has already expired on August 10, 2002

What would be my status then?

Can I change from F-1 (OPT) to H-4 (dependent on my husband's H-1) and save my status till INS receives my H-1 petition??
What is the procedure F-1 to H4 and how long does it take?
Is F-1 to H4 to H-1 advisable in my current situation?

Please advise.

Thanx

 

[wishkid]

What is the procedure F-1 to H4 and how long does it take?

F1 to H4 is change of status and check INS web site for the forms. It takes anywhere from 30 - 60 days depending on the center you apply.