General Information: The H-1B work visa enables professionals in "specialty
occupations" to make a valuable contribution to the American economy. A
maximum of 65,000 H-1B visas are issued every year. The H-1B visa is issued for up
to three years but may be extended. This provides a maximum stay of six years.
The H1-B visa holder can apply for a Green Card if a company wants to sponsor
his/her application.
Eligibility Requirements: The H-1B non-immigrant work visa may be issued to
applicants seeking temporary work in a "specialty occupation" which
requires the skills of a professional. "Specialty Occupations" includes e.g. accounting,
computer analysts, programmers, database administrators, web designers,
engineers, financial analysts, doctors, nurses, scientists, architects and
lawyers. The petitions are submitted by employers based on their need for the
non-US-resident employee. The applicant may possess a bachelor's degree or
requisite experience to make up for the lack of a master’s degree.
Other Work Visas:
The H1B Application Guide contains:
- H-1B work visa overview
- H1B Visa eligibility and requirements information
- How to fill out the application forms
- H1B Visa extension information
- How to obtain H-4 visas for the spouse and children
- List of all USCIS (formerly INS) offices nationwide
- List of United States Embassies and Consulates
- FREE Application forms
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