When can I start working in 2013 after I get a job? (for H1B visas)

USA H1B Visa
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Hi,

I am a french citizen and I am a software engineer (Java developer). I am trying to get a job in the US. If I start applying for jobs and get hired, when will the company I work for be able to sponsor me so I can start working in the US? I have heard that if I get hired some where that I will not be able to work until October 2013. Is this true??

Regards,
Victor

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Yes Victor, generally if the hiring company files your H1 petition in April 2013, the visa if approved will authorize you to work from October 1st 2013 only.

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Hi ramanan,

I wanted to know what if I am on H4 now and I apply for H1 now and get an EAD earlier, even then will I have to wait till Oct 1st 2013?

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How will you get the EAD? If you are referring to EAD for H-4s then that is still under discussion and hasn’t been implemented yet. Also there is only speculation on who qualifies for it (last I heard it was person on H-4 whose spouse has approved I-140 and is in 7th year of H-1).

Or are you referring to EAD that arrives prior to I-485.