I work in tech and have built a solid portfolio with some media coverage and patents. I’m considering switching from H-1B to an O-1 visa to avoid H-1B restrictions. Has anyone successfully transitioned? How strict is the USCIS when evaluating O-1 cases for tech professionals?
both requires employer sponsorship. however I think you can bag your h1b if you switch to O, which means once you can’t use O anymore, you don’t have to go through the lottery again. you’ll only need an employer to sponsor for h1b transfer to activate your h1b. this can prolong the legal stay time for you to wait for your greencard application.