DOL has worked with CIS to set up a new system in the Backlog Elimination Centers to assist individuals who have submitted an application for permanent labor certification and need proof of the submission to apply for an extension of an H-1B visa. Recently, BEC is developing a new online individual case status check system for traditional labor certificate and RIR cases. Right now, DOC is testing the new system, and it is anticipated to be available soon. If this new system is available, individuals can check the status of their cases, and provide related proof of submission obtained from this online case status check system to CIS to apply for an extension of an H-1B visa. We will monitor the progress of this system, and keep you updated.