H-1 B Transfer when just 4 months remain for I94 expiry

[VijayUS]

Hi,

I have another question regarding H1 extension and transfer. I have just 5 months left for my next visa extension. My Visa has still got 3 years left on it. Right now I am with Employer A (which hasnt filed for my extension yet). I am thinking of switching jobs in another month ( I have no offer and just one interview is scheduled).

Do you think, just 4 months remaining for next extension will prove to be an obstacle in me finding the new job? I mean are the employers reluctant to hire people for whom they have to file extension immidiately after hiring them?

I know it depends on the firm and the person but just wanted to ask whether this usually happens?

Thanks
Vijay

[txh1b]

I think you are confused about the way extension works. When you move to a new employer, the petition (even if transfer) is considered a new petition that is approvable to a maximum of 3 years and will not be for just 4 months.

[kabkaba]

New employer can request 3 years if 3 years remain in the 6 year limit.

[VijayUS]

I think you are confused about the way extension works. When you move to a new employer, the petition (even if transfer) is considered a new petition that is approvable to a maximum of 3 years and will not be for just 4 months.

Oh Ok... That was indeed a new information for me... Thanks a lot for clearing this... You have been of great help to me txh1b!

[VijayUS]

Thanks

New employer can request 3 years if 3 years remain in the 6 year limit.

Thank you kabkaba

[shervin143]

Well, the employer should be able tp provide the work itinerary for the next 3 years to get a three year extension. If the employer is able to provide work itinerary only for 1 year, then the extension will be granted for only 1 year. USCIS doesn't blindly approve a 3 year extension.