H4 to H1

[Poorna123]

Currently I am on H4 and I got a job offer through my consultant. My joining date is October 11.
My consultant is applying for H1 B through premium processing this week. Can I work on H4 for my future employer without being paid till my H1B is approved?

My new employer cannot wait for any longer than October 11. Please help me with what can be done in this scenario.

Thanks,
Poorna

[shervin143]

As per H4 regulation, you cannot work until your status changes from H4 to H1B. Your only option is to file the H1B as a COS from H4 in premium processing and get the result within 15 days. Working in H4 status (irrespective of whether you will get paid or not) is illegal.

Currently I am on H4 and I got a job offer through my consultant. My joining date is October 11.
My consultant is applying for H1 B through premium processing this week. Can I work on H4 for my future employer without being paid till my H1B is approved?

My new employer cannot wait for any longer than October 11. Please help me with what can be done in this scenario.

Thanks,
Poorna

[Poorna123]

applying for premium processing on sep 30th....tentatively when will i receive the approval

[shervin143]

As mentioned in the previous reply within 15 days from the receipt notice.

applying for premium processing on sep 30th....tentatively when will i receive the approval