H1B Lay Off

[computerjobs9]

Hello Friends/Experts,

I am working with company A on my h1 visa which expires on 12/31/2012 (Company A filed h1b and changed my status from student to h1).

I am getting lay off on 09/15/2011 from company A.

1. What are the options I have to work in USA now? I do not want to leave USA.
2. How much time/grace period do I get to find new employer?
3. If I am able to find new employer who starts my application for h1, do I have to leave USA?

Please advise. Your true inputs greatly appreciated.

Best Regards.

[kabkaba]

New employer's petition must be received by USCIS before your last day at work.

[computerjobs9]

H1b

Is following answer correct?

Thanks


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What should I do if I know I will be laid off?

If you have been notified that you will be laid off, but your last day of employment is still a few weeks away, you need to look at your options immediately. Some common approaches are:

Remain in AOS status if you have a pending I-485, and rely on EAD or H-1B for your next job (Read AC21 for more information);
Find a new job and have the new employer file for H-1B transfer as soon as possible;
Change status to a dependent such as H4, L2 or F2, if your spouse is in independent nonimmigrant status;
Change status to another nonimmigrant such as F1 or B2;
Return to your home country and start a new career.
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[shervin143]

They are all valid options.