H1 got picked but my contract will end up in June. I am still waiting for results. What are the options?
I am on STEM OPT so what will happen to my OPT after June?
To my understanding, if your H1-B is picked in the lottery your OPT end-date will automatically be extended to September 30th (H1-B start date should be October 1st). So in terms of OPT valid date, you would be fine there. If you want to check yourself, you could go to the SEVP portal and check under the “employment” tab. Your OPT end date should now be changed to 9/30.
However, be aware that sometimes USCIS updates your portal, and sometimes they don’t (they are pretty inconsistent about it). So if you don’t see the changes on the portal, don’t panic. Try also contacting your school’s DSO and ask them to check your SEVIS records, and if the H1-B decision should be reflected in it.
In terms of your employment, however, I cannot say. That is solely up to you and your employer. Good luck!
Hi… but I have my STEM OPT until 2020. So how can I know?
Thanks