Selected for H1B and still wait for the opt extension to be approved

[nusaka]

hi here is my situation -

I filed my OPT extension last December and am still waiting to be approved (my first-year OPT expired on Feb 24). I got the H1B lottery this year and the lawyer is asking for my STEM I20 and new EAD card which would not be ready right away.

Now my questions are -

do you have to have a STEM extension I20 + EAD card for the application?

if so can I delay the activation of the H1B just to get my extension approved?
https://19216811.cam/ https://1921681001.id/
is there any deadline for the H1B material submission?

since materials are going to be submitted to USCIS which is also the institution dealing w the STEM extension - won't they be aware of the situation?

Thx!

[EsafaliTakru]

Hi! Don't worry, let's break this down:

OPT Extension & H-1B:

1. You don't necessarily need the approved OPT extension for H-1B filing, but the new EAD might be required (check with your lawyer).
2. H-1B activation can be delayed (discuss with employer).
3. There's usually a deadline for H-1B materials (lawyer will know).

USCIS Awareness:

USCIS might be aware, but having both applications with them doesn't guarantee extension approval before H-1B activation.

Recommendation:

Talk to your lawyer about the EAD requirement voojio and omegle delaying H-1B to maximize chances of extension approval.