H-1B Nonimmigrant Visa Program |
| The H-1B nonimmigrant worker visa is subject to numerical limitations imposed by Congress. Each fiscal year, beginning on April 1, 65,000 visas are available for those who qualify for ‘Specialty Occupations.’ Specialty Occupations are defined as those that require a theoretical and practical application of a body of highly specialized knowledge, and the attainment of a bachelor's or higher degree in the specific specialty (or its equivalent) as a minimum for entry into the occupation in the United States. The laws regarding the H-1B visa are in constant flux and applicants seriously considering this category as a means of working in the U.S. on a temporary basis should stay informed and updated as much as possible. Due to the fact that an applicant’s circumstances and the circumstances of his/her dependent family members may require special attention, the following information is not tailored to any one individual but provides general information about this category. The H-1B visa allows foreign workers to enter the U.S. and work in a variety of fields ranging from architecture and engineering to teaching and medicine. The H-1B visa offers a wide range of employment possibilities and is a logical first step toward permanent immigration. In order to qualify for H-1B classification, the applicant must have at least a U.S. bachelor’s degree or its foreign equivalent AND the job sought must require at least a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent. This is not a self-petitioning category; therefore the applicant must have a sponsoring employer in the U.S. The spouse and unmarried children below the age of 21 are allowed to accompany or join the H-1B worker as H-4 dependents. However, they cannot work unless they qualify for a work visa. H-4 dependents can enroll and attend schools in the U.S. without obtaining a student visa. For case specific information, please contact our office at (240) 390-0600. |
News |
Testimonials"The MVP Law Group is the one and only law firm that we use to prepare and process all our company visa and immigration matters. Meetesh Patel's Office saves our company time, energy, and money, by time and again providing us with the most cutting edge research and information about Labor Certification, visa processes, and family immigration matters. If we have questions and need advice on situations we are provided with thorough consultations at no extra cost to our company. All work is completed in a timely fashion by the professional and experienced staff, which leaves us and our employees feeling comfortable knowing that each case is given care and attention." |