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Combining Experience and Education for U.S. Work Visas
ByChristine Jurusik Date Last Updated: December 17, 2025

Can you use a mix of education and work experience to meet U.S. visa requirements? Learn when USCIS allows substitutions for H‑1B, EB‑2, TN, and other work visas.

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Combining Experience and Education for U.S. Work Visas

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