Is it possible to delay the start date of your H1B given my F1 is still valid till next year? Just because traveling to client on H1B is so much more complicated with LCA filing etc. i know that...

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If it’s consular processing, you can delay switching from F1 to H-1B as long as possible. You also save on taxes as you don’t have to pay FICA taxes on F1

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i did that..you can push it as far as your f1 expiration

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...my H1B is “consular processing” and has something to do with having to go get a stamp outside the US in order to activate it. If that’s the case, can I do that much later (closer to F1 expiry)?

Was your h1b filed as Consular Processing or Change of Status (COS)?

Consular, I believe. I had to travel back home in June so they advised that my case is to be filed as consular.

Assuming STEM OPT. 1 year otherwise

Yes if you can get OPT and consular processing, I know a handful of people who did that

Thanks! So whenever I get the stamp, that’s when my new visa is effective? How long does the process usually take?

Can our status be changed from COS to Consular Processing in the event our H1 is pending? Mine got picked in the lottery but I am still waiting for the decision and have a trip coming up.

I did that. Just gotta notify your lawyer

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