H-1B extension

[485486]

My H-1B will expired in this March, I want to apply for next 3 year's extension.

My question are:
0. H-1B extension application is different with new H-1B application, is that right?

1. Someone told me INS will charge 1130$ for H-1B extension,
is that right? It is so expensive now.

2. Can I apply it myself or I have to hire a lawyer?

3. Some one told me it will be all right if I submit the H-1B extension just 1~2 days before my H-1B expired, is that right?

Thanks

 

[Jim Mills]

Q0. H-1B extension application is different with new H-1B application, is that right?

A0. It different blocks are checked and the information provided is slightly different.

Q1. Someone told me INS will charge 1130$ for H-1B extension,
is that right? It is so expensive now.

A1. Correct under most circumstances.

Q2. Can I apply it myself or I have to hire a lawyer?

A2. A lawyer is not required by INS. Whether you can do it yourself is a question only you can answer. Whether you SHOULD do it yourself is another question entirely.

Q3. Some one told me it will be all right if I submit the H-1B extension just 1~2 days before my H-1B expired, is that right?

A3. That's correct as long as the application is accepted by INS. Make one mistake that causes INS to return the petition without issuing a receipt notice (sending the wrong amount or not signing the forms are two common errors that could result in refusal) and you will have a very serious problem.

 

[khush]

I would recommend you to go with a lawyer unless you are pro and you have done this before.
Apply atleast 2-3 months before your expiry date.
Now a days INS is not the same as it used to be.
"TAKE NO CHANCES"