Lawful Status While Appealing Petition

Jasmine68

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Hi all:

I am in the process of appealing for H-1B 7th year extension. Meanwhile, do I have a lawful status to present in the U.S.?

Thanks a lot!

Jasmine
 
Appealing? Are you appealing a denial of 7th yr extension? If BCIS denies the appeal, you will have to leave immediately. Your interim status is preserved, but any employment can be considered un authorized..
 
Thanks! Just wanted to make sure I understand correctly - "preserved" means that this period is not considered as unlawful presence even if the appeal is denied? I want to make sure I am not going to accumulate any dates in "unlawful status".
 
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