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Are you planning to work in the United States under the specialty occupation category? If so, you’re likely to need an H1B Visa. In this guide, we’ll answer the top 10 most frequently asked questions about H1B Visas to help you understand the process better.
On March 27, 2023, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced they had received sufficient H-1B lottery submissions to reach the FY 2024 H-1B visa cap, including the master’s cap. We explain what happens now that the lottery is complete here.
Canadian and Mexican nationals have the advantage of both TN visa status and H1B visa status. A common dilemma is deciding between these two visa options and the impact they might have on future immigration. The common question is, “Can I participate in the H1B visa lottery while on a TN Visa?”
Suppose your employee has not already been issued an H1B visa in a previous lottery, and you are not an H1B Cap Exempt employer. In that case, you need to enter the H1B visa lottery for each employee you wish to employ under the H1B Visa status. After your employee is selected in the lottery, you can file an I-129 Petition for employment under H1B visa status on their behalf. We discuss the H1B Visa lottery and when to start the H1B visa process in 2023 for the upcoming FY 2024 H-1B Cap below.
Depending on the circumstances, an H1B Visa holder that loses their employment or fails to renew before it expires might be eligible for a grace period allowing them to remain in the US while they take action to preserve their legal status. But there are a lot of rules to consider, and breaking the rules could mean “unlawful presence.” We discuss being laid off or fired while on an H1B visa and what to do here.
Are you an employer seeking to understand the intricacies of H1B Visa extensions and renewals? This article provides valuable insights into the H1B Visa renewal process, term lengths, extension procedures, and related complexities.
Learn everything you need to know about the J-1 waiver and H-1B visa requirements for Canadian citizens. Uncover the application of the two-year home residency requirement and how it relates to obtaining an H-1B visa.
The TN visa and H-1B visa are both nonimmigrant visas that allow foreign nationals to work in the United States. While both visas serve a similar purpose, there are some differences between them. It’s important to note that what may be considered “better” depends on individual circumstances and preferences. Here are five of the biggest reasons why the TN visa might be a better fit for you.
Green card approved through PERM after initial entry to the US on a TN Visa as a management consultant. Our client sought assistance to work in the US after two other law firms failed to provide competent legal assistance. We were able to help them obtain a TN Visa, then an H1B visa, and finally a green card. We discuss this case here.
Canadian and Mexican nationals qualify for TN Visa status. They can also obtain H1B visa status through the H1B lottery or by working for a CAP Exempt institution. We recently helped a client complete their journey from a TN visa to H1B visa to a green card through PERM. We discuss their journey here.