Fremont, CA asked in Employment Law and Immigration Law for California

Q: What are the options to work and stay in the country apart from H1B Visa?

I am international student and currently on F1 Visa. I have substantial degrees Bachelor's, Post Graduate from India have completed my MS Marketing in the U.S and soon will be conferred with MBA in U.S. I have 20 years of work experience with 3.5 years (OPT/CPT - 40 HOURS) within U.S. I am looking for suggestion to convert my F1 VISA to Green Card or other visa that can allow me to work and stay in the country. My employer is not supportive and somehow didn't get selected in the 1st lottery of H1B this year. Therefore, I will need suggestions that can help me getting ways to be in the country. I am also willing to discuss my case upon getting feedback and suggestions from experts

1 Lawyer Answer
Kevin L Dixler
Kevin L Dixler
Answered
  • Immigration Law Lawyer
  • Milwaukee, WI

A: The decision in the 1990s not to make permanent, the 200,000 visa cap pretty much created the professional work visa mess of the 2000s.

Most will find the road to seeking a work visa cost ineffective. There may be other visa options for some, but not for others.

As a result, I strongly recommend an appointment or teleconference with a competent and experienced immigration attorney before there are any other complications.

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