Posted by: xx-nepal June 1, 2007
Forfeiting H1B
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Hi everyone,

I got by H1b approved from an Indian consulting firm. But after the training and knowing exactly how they work, I do not want to work for them, or for any other Indian Consultancies for that matter. I am on OPT right now and also work part time. My OPT expires on Jan 14, 2008. But as the H1B starts on Oct 1, and I do not want to work for this firm, what options do i have.

I am seriously looking for a school or non-profit that fits the exempt quota. I also have plans to join a Masters program. But as my OPT expires on Jan 14, 2008 and the H1B starts on Oct 1, 2007, what options do i have if i wanna join a master's program.

If i don't work for the company, what's going to happen to my H1B. I'm in serious problem here. I rushed to this company because i knew that H1 would be filled up within 2-3 days this year. But i now regret it.

I would appreciate any advice from you.
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