09 Dec 2013

I was on H1B, converted my status to F-1 and I would like to go back to H-1 now. Can I start working immediately upon getting the receipt number from the USCIS, or do I have to wait till I get the approval?

Answer: It would be necessary to wait for the H1B petition approval before starting employment again. The H1B in this situation normally would not be cap subject, so it could be filed at any time and could request an immediate start date. Unlike when changing jobs...

22 Nov 2013

My school operates on a quarter-based schedule consisting of summer, fall, winter, and spring academic quarters. I started my study this fall and would like to take next summer off to travel around the U.S. Am I permitted to take a vacation?

Answer: If a school operates on a trimester or quarter calendar, a student in F-1 status can take a vacation once a year during any trimester or quarter, after s/he has completed at least one full academic year. Therefore, you need to wait until you have...