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If your OPT is ending and you were not selected in the H-1B lottery, you may still have a way to work in the U.S. By securing a job with a cap-exempt employer, you can obtain an H-1B visa outside the lottery and then work concurrently for a cap-subject employer. This allows you to maintain employment while your cap-subject employer continues entering the lottery until you are selected.
Didn’t get selected in the H-1B lottery? Explore detailed alternatives like TN visas, cap-exempt H-1Bs, L-1, O-1, and other work visa options to keep your U.S. immigration plans alive.
DHS has extended Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Venezuela, Ukraine, and Sudan through 2026. Learn the re-registration periods, eligibility rules, and how to stay compliant.
When work visa holders move to the United States, their family members often accompany them. Understanding the employment and education options available to spouses and children of work visa holders is crucial for planning a smooth transition. This guide outlines the opportunities and limitations for family members based on visa categories, ensuring families can make…
The DHS has modernized the H-1B program to clarify specialty occupation requirements, improve flexibility for employers and workers, and strengthen program integrity. Key changes include updated rules for cap-exempt organizations, automatic extensions for F-1 students changing to H-1B, and stricter compliance measures such as site visits and bona fide job verification. These updates aim to align the H-1B program with modern workforce needs while maintaining fairness and transparency.
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced a groundbreaking final rule that permanently increases the automatic extension period for employment authorization and Employment Authorization Documents (EADs). Effective January 13, 2025, eligible noncitizens who timely file EAD renewal applications will see their extension period increase from 180 days to 540 days. This move supports U.S….
If you’re an L-2S spouse, you can work in the U.S. without an EAD, but understanding the renewal process is crucial. Learn how to extend your work authorization using Form I-94 or an EAD, and avoid any interruptions in employment.
Not selected in the H1B lottery? Don’t worry—there are still plenty of options. From transferring to another F-1 program to working with cap-exempt employers or exploring country-specific visas like H1B1, E-3, or TN, this blog covers alternative pathways for continuing your career in the U.S.
The SEVIS Unemployment Counter helps F-1 students track allowable unemployment days while on OPT or STEM OPT. Exceeding these days can impact visa status, so learn how to stay compliant and manage your employment record effectively.
F-1 students in the U.S. can access work opportunities through on-campus roles, CPT, and OPT. This blog covers employment types, eligibility, and SEVIS compliance for maintaining F-1 visa status.