Legal Question in Immigration Law in Massachusetts
Hi
My background is , I have been staying in USA last 8.5 Years and my I-140 is approved with my previous employer (A) so recently I got 3 yr extension while I switched to current company (B) .
My current job was terminated on 06/16/2014 and currently I am on the lookout for another job.I have my current compnay (B) H1 B and my I-94 validity till Nov 2016.
I am curious to know
1-what is my current status in USA after laid off ?
2- Can I refile H1 transfer with some another company ?
3- what is the time period I have in my hand to find new job in market ?
4- my ex-employer has initiated H1B revocation process. what impact is going to happen
Moreover , I have I-140 approved status with my previous employer . there is any benefit associated for H1 B transfer with another employer in this situation
2 Answers from Attorneys
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I believe I already responded to your previous question. However, here are my responses to your follow up questions:
1-what is my current status in USA after laid off ?
You are theoretically out of status.
2- Can I refile H1 transfer with some another company ?
Yes, if you do it quickly. The longer the gap in employment, the more likely the change of employer petition could be denied.
3- what is the time period I have in my hand to find new job in market ? There is no statutory time period permitted.
As I stated in my response to your previous question, it is at the discretion of USCIS if they want to permit a gap in employment at all.
4- my ex-employer has initiated H1B revocation process. what impact is going to happen.
Once revoked, you are absolutely considered out of status, unless you have a new I-129 petition already filed by another employer.
Moreover , I have I-140 approved status with my previous employer . there is any benefit associated for H1 B transfer with another employer in this situation.
No benefit.
You can always marry a U.S. citizen as an alternative, assuming you do so with bona fide intention.
Good luck.