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    H-1B Grace Period: 10 Days, 60 Days and 180 Days

    Published on February 26, 2025

    Losing your H-1B employment before the agreed-upon period can be incredibly stressful. Fortunately, there are protections in place so that you have a “grace period” to secure alternative employment should an unforeseen termination occur. The 60-day H-1B grace period can be used to find another employer, change visa status, or leave the country to avoid…

  • H-1B to Green Card: Guide to Process, Timeline & Alternatives

    Published on February 25, 2025

    If you’re an H-1B visa holder, you may be looking for a way to transition from temporary status to permanent residency. The good news is that the H-1B visa allows dual intent, meaning you can apply for a green card while continuing to live and work in the U.S. In this guide, we’ll walk you…

  • H-1B Cap 2025-2026: Complete Guide on Process, Timelines, Registration, Fees

    Published on January 31, 2025

    Let’s face it: navigating the H-1B Visa lottery can be overwhelming. Between the yearly updates, legal jargon, and complicated application requirements, it’s no surprise that both employers and potential employees find themselves lost in a sea of confusing information. For this very reason, thousands of applications are denied every year. With the 2025-26 H-1B Visa…

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    H-1B Cap Exempt Employers

    Published on April 04, 2024

    The H-1B visa is intended for foreign professionals who are hired by U.S. employers for their skills and expertise in a specialized occupation. However, the H-1B visa has an annual cap of 65,000. Unlike the regular and advanced degree categories, the H-1B cap exempt category does not have a set quota or annual limit. In…

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    H-1B Amendment for Location Change

    Published on March 13, 2024

    The H-1B visa is known for its advantages over other nonimmigrant visa classifications. One of its most significant benefits is its portability. This means that holders of the H-1B visa can change employers, work full-time or part-time, or even work for multiple employers at the same time. However, it is essential to note that you…

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    H-1B Visa Lottery Questions & Answers | Free Q&A Webinar

    Published on February 22, 2024

    We recently hosted an enlightening webinar focused on the intricacies of the H-1B Visa Lottery, drawing a diverse audience ranging from international professionals to U.S. employers, current H-1B holders, students, graduates, and HR professionals. The session, led by a panel of experienced immigration attorneys, provided a deep dive into the complexities of the H-1B visa…