Applying for an H-1B Visa Before Graduation
H-1B petitions must be submitted to the USCIS on April 1st. In the very likely event that the number of applications exceeds the 65,000 (plus 20,000 U.S. master’s cap) quota, the USCIS will draw from all application received from April 1st through the first 5 business days. Many graduates will have completed the coursework towards […]
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How Early Should You Start Preparing an H-1B Visa Application?
Every April 1st, the USCIS begin accepting petitions from U.S. employers who are looking to sponsor a foreign employee for an H-1B visa. With only 65,000 visas available (plus an additional 20,000 for beneficiaries with U.S. master’s degrees), the quota will likely be filled within the first 5 business days after April 1st. That means […]
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What to Expect in With the FY2016 H1B Visa Lottery
As you probably know, Congress allocates 65,000 H-1B visas every fiscal year plus an additional 20,000 visas for beneficiaries who received a U.S. master’s degree or higher. The window for petitioners/employer to file an H-1B petition this fiscal year is April 1, 2016 and, assuming that the number of applications exceeds the quota, USCIS will […]
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Working for Multiple Employers on a Concurrent H1B Visa
Congratulations! You’re one of the lucky ones who were selected in the H-1B visa lottery and you’ve started working for your employer. Being the hard-working person that you are, you start wondering “Can I take a second, part-time job while I’m on my H-1B visa?” The answer is “yes” but with a few caveats – […]
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What exactly is an H1B Transfer?
An H-1B Transfer is Not Exactly a Transfer The beauty of getting an H-1B visa is that it allows you to work for a U.S. employer in a specialized occupation for up to six years. An initial petition can be approved for up to three years and an extension can be granted for another three […]
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When is an Employer Required to File an Amended H1B Petition
U.S. employers with employees in H-1B status have an obligation to ensure that they meet the USCIS and Department of Labor requirements for employing a foreign worker. Generally, this includes paying the prevailing wage and ensuring that the employee continues to carry out the same duties and responsibilities that they were initially approved for. Example: […]
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