The H-1B visa is a category of non-immigrant visa in the United States, intended for highly skilled foreign workers who specialize in specific occupations. This visa is often used by U.S. employers to hire foreign professionals in fields such as information technology, engineering, medicine, accounting, among others.
To be eligible for the H-1B visa, individuals must meet specific prerequisites:
A job offer from a U.S. employer for a role that requires specialized knowledge.
Proof of a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in the relevant field.
Employers must establish a lack of qualified candidates in the U.S. for the assigned role.
Here is a summary of the advantages of the H-1B:
The H-1B visa allows foreign professionals to work in the United States for a set period of time, usually up to six years.
The H-1B visa is usually sponsored by U.S. employers looking to hire skilled foreign workers for specialized positions.
H-1B visa holders have the ability to change employers during the validity of the visa as long as the new employer files an approved petition.
H-1B visa holders can bring their spouses and minor children to the United States on H-4 visas. Dependents can attend schools in the U.S.
Although the H-1B visa is initially temporary, many holders seek to obtain permanent resident status (green card) during or after the visa expires.
H-1B visa holders have some flexibility in their working hours, allowing part-time or full-time work, depending on the conditions of the petition.
It can vary. The application period for the H-1B lottery in 2023 was from March 1 to March 17, with selection notifications until March 31.
USCIS provides an online platform to check H-1B lottery results.
Employers can opt for expedited processing, incurring additional costs.
Travel is permitted, with proper documentation and compliance with regulations.
Application filing dates vary and depend on selection.
H-1B visa applications are filed with USCIS.
H-1B visa holders can extend their status.
Transitioning to a family or marriage green card is possible, with the support of services, get in touch and learn more.
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