H1B extension or EAD

[san_gcwait]

Hi,
I'd appreciate if someone can suggest if I should apply for an H1B extension or use my EAD.

My H1B is expiring in the 1st week of Feb 2004. I do have an EAD which is good till 09/04. I'll be completing my 6 yrs on H1B in July 04 so should I use my EAD after 1st week of Feb 04 or file for H1B extension, please advice. And If I should apply for an extension how soon do you think I should apply for that.

Thanks

RD 04/03
WAC 02 173 ******

 

[ND022202]

I'm not quite sure, but you can file 7th year extension of H1B only if your 140 is still waiting, otherwise, if it is approved and you are in AOS stage, this possibility is lost, so, you can only use and extend EAD.