H1b portability

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local16

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local16
May 14, 2021 6 Comments

I had an h1b approval (consular) in 2019 that I did not get stamped.
I was able to ask the immigration team to file an amendment to make the h1b change of status. Got the approval notice for the same today.

The I797A approval says Valid from 05/10/2021 until 03/17/2024

I am currently on stem opt f1 which expires on 1st of July.

Is my h1b already in effect? Or does it always start on October 1st? Would I have to wait till October to switch companies?

If I leave now and Amazon withdraws their petition, would i effectively be out of status or do i get the 60 day h1b grace period?
#h1b

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  • Micron
    !!Seven

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    !!Seven
    You are no more on F1. As of 5/10 you are on H1b. Switching companies will any how lead to H1b transfer leaving you with a new I797. You are good to go. Double check immigration forums online just to be sure.
    May 14, 2021 1
    • Amazon
      local16

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      local16
      OP
      Thanks! The repetitive mention of the October 1st date on most immigration forums was what was confusing me. Couldn’t understand what the 5/10 date was if it’s always October 1st. But this helps.. thanks!
      May 14, 2021
  • You are all good.
    May 14, 2021 0
  • HP
    HP+

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    HP+
    Check your latest I94, whatever the status shows there is your current status. You might have to exit the US and re-enter with your I797 to activate H1B.
    May 14, 2021 1
  • Twitter
    JyLV63

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    JyLV63
    It always starts at October unless you work for exempt employer (university etc)
    May 14, 2021 0