H4 to H1 COS

[raj2012]

Hi All,

Here is my situation

I got my H1B in oct 2008. I worked for an year and changed my status to H4 in dec 2009 as I didn't get a project. I'm currently on H4 status. My 1st three years of H1b will expire on Oct 2011.

Here are my questions

1) Will my H1b cancels after Oct 2011?

2) When I get a project after Oct 2011, do I need to file a new H1b? or can I just file a COS then and have my H1B extended?

Quick reply would be appreciated..

Thanks in advance

[shervin143]

1) Will my H1b cancels after Oct 2011?
>>> No.

2) When I get a project after Oct 2011, do I need to file a new H1b? or can I just file a COS then and have my H1B extended?
>>> You can file a COS. The COS will come with an extension. H1B (+ L1) in total is for 6 years and it includes only the tome spend in U.S in H1B or L1 status.