Is it possible to utilize the unused time on my H1B after 8 years? I left my H1B position in 2007 and now want to return without going through the lottery again.

Answer

This is a very technical issue, with the USCIS interpretations evolving. The answer is: maybe. It generally can be attempted, with the likelihood of success depending upon a number of factors. (27.Jun.2016)

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