Question for Jackson/Jim or someone who can help

[Nice_guy73]

I need some important advice from you all. .

My 485 filing was done in Dec 2001 and I have been working on H1 from day one with my employer. My company had applied for my H1 extesnion which was expiring in Oct 2002. Last year I had to rush to India for personal reasons in Sept 02 & since I did not have an H1 while coming back I used my AP (Advance Parole). When I cam back in Jan 03, I saw H1 extension in my mail. Since I was working with same employer I did not use my EAD. I am now planning to switch to a new employer since my present companys situation is bad & they have also advised to me to look for a new job (kind of layoff). They have promised that they will continue my GC process.

Now my question is

Can I transfer my H1 to another employer or do I need to work on EAD since I used my AP. I know I can easily work on EAD and avoid all the hassels but the reason I dont want to do that is : I am still single and the moment I work on EAD I cannot bring my spouse on H4. So can I transfer my H1 to a new company after using my AP or WILL i need to work on EAD only..? Is there a way to bring my spouse if I work on EAD otherwise.

I would really appreciate your response on this.

Thanks & regards,

Nice guy...

 

[nkm-oct23]

You are eligible to get your H1 transferred. You can begin your new employment if you get the receipt notice, no need to wait for H1 transfer approval. Once your H1 is approved, you an bring your spouse on H4.

 

[lsamp]

Originally posted by Nice_guy73
I need some important advice from you all. .

H4 is the easiest and safest way to bring spouse into this country. Go ahead and apply for H1 transfer.