The H-1B is a temporary (nonimmigrant) visa category that allows employers to petition for highly educated foreign professionals to work in “specialty occupations” that require at least a bachelor's degree or the equivalent.

approximately 583,420 A detailed analysis of current data has concluded that as of the above date, the H-1B authorized-to-work population is approximately 583,420.

65,000 visas There exist congressionally mandated caps limiting the number of H-1B visas that can be issued each fiscal year, which is 65,000 visas, and an additional 20,000 set aside for those graduating with master's degrees or higher from a U.S. college or university. An employer must sponsor individuals for the visa.

The H-1B status is temporary employment authorization for a nonimmigrant who performs services in a specialty occupation.

H-1B status is available to a person who has been offered a temporary professional position by a U.S. employer. A bachelor's degree or higher in a related area is the minimum educational level required for a position to qualify for H-1B status, and the H-1B employee must have this degree (or higher).

The H-1B is a Specialty Occupation work authorization visa with a cumulative maximum duration of 6 years. The initial period of stay for those in H-1B status is three (3) years, with extensions available for up to three (3) years thereafter.

The H-1B is a Specialty Occupation work authorization visa with a cumulative maximum duration of 6 years. The initial period of stay for those in H-1B status is three (3) years, with extensions available for up to three (3) years thereafter.

The basic USCIS filing fee of USD $460 applies to all H-1B petitions. The department must pay the USD $460 filing fee, but you may require the employee to assume the filing fee for their dependents. There is never an obligation for the employer to pay dependent-related immigration fees.

What kinds of occupations qualify for H-1B status? A broad range of professional occupations qualify for H-1B status. Generally, professional-level occupations in engineering, biological, physical, social sciences, mathematics, and business administration will qualify for H-1B.

The position offered must require the skills and services of a professional and the worker must have the professional credentials to fill it. The minimum educational level acceptable for H-1B status is a bachelor's degree in the field of the proposed employment.

The H-1B is a Specialty Occupation work authorization visa with a cumulative maximum duration of 6 years. The initial period of stay for those in H-1B status is three (3) years, with extensions available for up to three (3) years thereafter.

USCIS $460 base filing fees The basic USCIS filing fee of USD $460 applies to all H-1B petitions. The department must pay the USD $460 filing fee, but you may require the employee to assume the filing fee for their dependents. There is never an obligation for the employer to pay dependent-related immigration fees.