H-1B Frequently Asked Questions
What is an H-1B?
What is a specialty occupation?
How can I demonstrate to the USCIS that the position is a specialty occupation?
What if I do not have a bachelor's degree, may I still apply for the H-1B visa?
May I still apply for an H-1B visa even though my education was not completed in the U.S.?
Is there an annual limit on the number of H-1B aliens?
Does the annual limit apply to me if I hold a Master's degree?
Who is exempt from the H-1B cap and what kinds of jobs are exempt for the annual H-1B visa cap?
Given that the cap has been reached, when can I submit an H-1B petition for the upcoming year?
How does one apply for an H-1B visa?
How long can an alien be in H-1B status?
Who can an H-1B alien work for?
What if the alien’s circumstances change?
Must an H-1B alien be working at all times?
Can an H-1B alien travel outside the U.S.?
Can an H-1B alien intend to immigrate permanently to the U.S.?
When and how can I change employers after my H-1B visa petition is approved, or after filing my I-140/Green Card petition?
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