Layoff before H1B went into effect what are my options?

New / Eng
jQwK75

New Eng

jQwK75
Sep 5, 2018 10 Comments

Initial one year OPT was from July 24 2017 to July 23 2018 which was extended (cap Gap) up to September 30 2018. Company for acquired and will be terminated on September 14. What are my options now? I also applied for stem extension from July 24 2018 to July 23 2020 and the card should arrive soon I think. Thanks!

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  • Zscaler
    BkSd42

    Go to company page Zscaler

    BkSd42
    Withdraw H1B and use OPT to get a new job. Once your status is changed to H1B after Oct 1 with H1B approval, you cannot go back to OPT
    Sep 5, 2018 9
    • New / Eng
      jQwK75

      New Eng

      jQwK75
      OP
      One more thing. My employer isn't responding to my emails properly. Is the employer required by law to revoke the H1B? What if I can't get him to revoke? I see that the employer won't get a refund for H1B even if he revokes it.
      Sep 5, 2018
    • If they dont revoke, They need to generate your payroll after Oct 1st...

      Yes they have to revoke your h1b
      Sep 5, 2018