Can i file for H1B extension without an certified LCA?

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hi , my I94 is expiring on 10th Oct. i am waiting for my certified LCA from DOL. LCA was filed at DOL on 3 Oct. meantime as i am nearing the I94 expiry date, can i apply for extension and then submit my LCA on receiving it?

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Ralf Wiedemann ·
Your employer waited too long to file the LCA. You should depart the U.S. no later than Oct. 10. If your employer files the H-1B petition without a certified LCA, that petition will be rejected and you'll be out of status.
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Pablo Nossa ·
No, you will need to have a certified LCA.
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