As detailed in yesterday's post, this week DHS announced a plan to institute a pre-registration process for the annual H1B lottery. This …
Changes to the H1B Lottery Process
On Monday, USCIS announced that it is proposing to change the way the annual H1B lottery is conducted. (For background on how the process …
Is wage level 1 allowed for H1Bs?
The short answer is yes, but it should be used very carefully, and only for certain job categories. The Department of Labor has assigned …
My OPT expires before April 1. Can I stay in the US while my H1B application is pending?
It depends. Generally, OPT holders have a 60-day grace period after their EAD expires. During this time, they can stay in the US, and they …
How does the H1B lottery work?
By law, up to 85,000 new H-1B visas may be issued every fiscal year. Of those, 20,000 are earmarked for applicants holding a masters or …