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F1 to H1B (Immigration Law)

Fri, 19 Jan 2007 16:10:00 GMT

I'm an international transfer student... I just finished my OPT and transferred to another school and enrolled in a certification program. i've been offered a job.... but i'm still currently on f1...they said they're willing to do sponsorship...so how does this work so i can start working immediately?

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  • Mon, 22 Jan 2007 12:19:00 GMT(1)
  • It doesn't. I assume they already have labor department certifiction for the position. They can apply for the H1B on an expedited basis, if they choose, for an additional fee.
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