f1 opt to h1b

What is the name of your state? Louisiana

Hi Lana,
I have worked in the US for 3yrs under an H1B, then returned to school for 2yrs without moving back to my country of origin. My OPT expires in August 05. I want to apply for an H1B, now that I have found a job with a non-profit community based organization. My project (in particular) is funded by the CDC as a research project.

How do I find out if the company is exempt from the quota?
If the company is not exempt, does that mean that I have to stop working come August and wait until the visa is approved?
Also, does Louisiana require more than the LCA form (eta 9035) for pre-H1B processing?

Thank you.

You should not fall under the quota anyway even if the company is not cap=exempt. As for the H-1B petition itself, Louisiana has nothing to do with anything since the immigration laws are federal and are the same throughout the US.

Please let me know if you have any additional questions or if I may be of further assistance to you in this matter.

thank you lana


thank you lana