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    Aug 4, 2008, 01:59 PM
    Change a J1 visa to a H1B visa
    Hi, I have been working as a teacher here for 2 years with a J1 visa that expires in June 2009, I applied for another teaching job in a college and won the position, my new employer is ready to sponsor me, I think it would have to be for an H1B visa. What would I have to do? How easy/difficult is this?

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    Edgar Larrea
    Elizabeth City
    North Carolina
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    Aug 4, 2008, 03:32 PM
    If your J-1 is not subject to 2 years in your home country, and petition for H-1B has been approved, you can proceed with new visa... no problem.
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    Aug 4, 2008, 05:15 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by lawanwadee
    If your J-1 is not subject to 2 years in your home country, and petition for H-1B has been approved, you can proceed with new visa... no problem.
    My J1 visa does have that 2 year in my home country what can I do??

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    Edgar
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    Aug 4, 2008, 07:02 PM
    For H-1B, the employer must start the whole process on your behalf. This may not be immediate as H-1B applications are accepted only once a year in April.

    There are other options for employment visas, you should discuss this matter with your employer.
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    Jan 29, 2010, 12:57 AM
    What is nos? What is j1 to convert to h1b?
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