Student -> H1B or OPT

megadeth

New Member
Hi All,

I am a new member of this very useful forum.




Currently I am one year away to get my Master degree in Comp Science and using CPT for working in a software company.

I got a bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering from my native country.

My question is whether I should use my OPT prior of my graduation (my university allows student to do this), or ask my company to start processing my H1-B?

The problem is that if I apply for H1-B, then I have to use my bachelor degree that has no relation with my current employment. Will there be any problems?

Another thing is,
Let's say, I already transfered my visa to H1-B, but my company lays me off, then I have to transfer back to F-1. Will this affect my future H1-B application?


There might be some other situation that I have not thought of, so your opinion on my particular situation is appreciated.


regards,
M
 
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