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Can I transfer my H-1B 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 I transfer H-1B to another company without pay stubs?
A transfer can be filed immediately. Also, there is no requirement per se that you need to have 3 paystubs. You have to be able to show you maintained status. You can submit the approval notice and your attorney can explain that as you just started with the other employer, that you don’t have paystubs yet.
What is required for H1B Transfer?
To transfer an H1B visa to another employer, the employee must first file an LCA, i.e., a Labor Condition Application. Secondly, they should gather all necessary documents (mentioned below), complete Form I-129, the USCIS petition letter. Finally, the petition letter is to be filed with the USCIS.
Will my current employer know if I transfer my H1B?
In general, a foreign national on H1B status is free to switch employers (assuming a new LCA and Petition are properly filed, etc.) The original employer would not typically be notified by USCIS or any other government agency that you have switched to a new H1B position.
What are the documents required for H1B Transfer?
H1B Transfer Documents
- U.S. visa, and, in certain cases, Forms I-797 and I-94.
- Employee resume.
- Pay stubs to prove employment status (or a letter from the employer)
- University degree and transcript.
- Letter of recommendation.
- Academic evaluation.
Can H1B transfer happen without stamping?
Fortunately, you can use premium processing for your transfer petition regardless of whether you are transferring your H-1B before or after stamping. Premium processing is an optional service provided by the USCIS that shortens your I-129 petition’s processing time to just 15 calendar days.
Can you transfer your H1B?
H1B Visa “Portability” H1B visas cannot be transferred from one employer to another. Instead, your new employer submits a new H1B petition for you.