Work VisaNov 4, 2019
Microsoftamz190

H1B vs EB3 filing

Hello, I am currently in stem opt extension and my opt expires Sept 2020. I wanted to know what option would be the best for me. 1. I would be eligible for EB3 application and the priority date is current for my country. Is it better to wait and try for h1b next year (since i would not be able to go back to f1) or to start processing my GC? 2. My parents have GC and i am not married. So, i qualify for F2B preference for GC through family based sponsership (takes ~6years). Is it ok to start this process now? Or, will this affect my F1 status as well? Thanks in advance. TC : 110k YOE: 2

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Facebook qfqp36 Nov 4, 2019

Why not do both?

Microsoft amz190 OP Nov 4, 2019

But, if i start my EB3 application, i would not be able to go back my f1 status. So, i am not sure if i would have enough time to go for it as my opt expires on Sep.

Google manoi3 Nov 4, 2019

Why do you think eb3 would fail?

Microsoft amz190 OP Nov 4, 2019

I have 10 months left in my opt. So, i was just concerned that if labor and i140 doesnt get approved within that time frame, i would not be able to go back to my F1 status.