Can F and J beneficiaries of timely filed H-1B petitions that have missed the FY2000 cap commence employment prior to October 1, 2000?
No. An F or J nonimmigrant whose duration of status has been extended under this provision may not be employed in the United States, or accept unpaid employment, prior to the date as of which his or her change of status to H-1B is approved. He or she may, however, accept a signing bonus if it is common in the prospective H-1B employer s company for signing bonuses to be paid to candidates selected for similar positions, without regard to immigration status.
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