changing of B1 to H1

[David Mekalu 0]

Hi experts,

Last week I got my B1/B2 visa for 10 years. I did not use this visa as yet, but last visited USA in 2010 for attending a conference. Strangely, I got a call from an employer (who interviewed me 2 years back) asked me if I can take up the position. I agreed to take up the position, then he said he will arrange full round of interview. I am planning to attend a conference on my B1 in April this year. This job, if selected will commence from August, do not know when I may have visa appointment as yet. What I should do now? Should I travel to USA for this conference? or just stay in India and get H1 and then travel? If I visit USA for conference and then come back (only 5 days stay in USA) to India, what are my chances of getting H1?

I really do not know much about work visas, so please provide guidance on this.

Thanks in advance,

Edited February 14, 2012 by David Mekalu

[kzielu 1,154]

Keep in mind the earliest time you will be able to start work on H-1 is October unless your employer is cap-exempt. I don't know if you should attend the conference, but so no reason why you wouldn't get H-1 coming to US for 5 days and later returning to India.