Can I transfer my H1B to another employer before stamping?

H-1B bridge petitions allow you to accept a job with a new employer even if another employer has already submitted an H-1B “transfer” to their company beforehand. Essentially, you get the freedom to keep looking for your perfect position, even after you’ve accepted an existing offer.

Can we change the employer during H1B process?

H1B visa holders can change their employer while in the US under a process which is known as the H1B transfer. To be able to apply for an H1B transfer, they must first accept the new job offer is that you still have a valid H1B visa. They can then initiate the H1B transfer status, which could take several months.

Can I do H1B transfer immediately after approval?

Qualifying workers for whom a petition was filed can begin work for the new employer immediately upon USCIS receiving the H1B visa transfer petition. However, it might be in the best interest of the employee (“safe harbor approach”) to wait until an approval is received before transferring.

Can I work for old employer after H1B Transfer?

A: Yes. You can continue working with your current employer as if you never filed an H1 transfer.

How much does an H1B transfer cost?

What are the correct filing fees? The new employer has to pay the following filing fees for the H-1B transfer petition: $460 (base filing fee), $500 (fraud detection), and $1,500 (employer sponsorship fee for companies with more than 25 employees). Thus, the total fee for this H-1B transfer is $2,460.

How long does H1B transfer premium processing take?

1-15 days
H1B Premium processing costs $2500 and you can get approval within 1-15 days. USCIS will refund the premium fees if they cannot process it in 15 calendar days including weekends. Regular H1B application takes more than 3 months to get approval.

What happens to my H1B visa if I change jobs?

As such, if you change jobs, your new employer will need to file a fresh petition on your behalf prior to the expiry of your existing status. This is known as an H1B visa transfer.

How do I transfer my H1B to another company?

The H1B transfer process is the process of changing the employer while while you are in the U.S on an H1B visa. The condition to accept the new job offer is that you still have a valid H1B visa. You can then initiate the H1B transfer status, which could take several months.

What is the processing time for H1B transfer documents?

The processing time for the H1B transfer documents is dependent on the method of processing. The processing time of a H1B visa transfer takes 1 to 4 months to process under a regular procedure and 15 to 30 days for premium processing.

What is the difference between H1B and H-1B visa transfer?

One difference between the initial H1B visa and the H1B visa transfer is the lack of a visa cap. The H1B visa has a cap of 65,000 people annually that can get this visa. But the H1B transfer has no visa cap. So if you already have an H1B visa, you do not go through the H1B lottery.