How NIW I-140 Approval Can Support Your H-1B Extension Blog Post
If you are currently working in the United States on an H-1B visa, you may already be planning your path to long-term residency. One compelling option for certain professionals is…
H-1B Visa Approved for Civil Engineer in Connecticut Blog Post
We are pleased to announce the successful approval of an H-1B petition for a Civil Engineer employed by a concrete manufacturing and construction company in Connecticut. The H-1B visa program…
H-1B Approval Secured for Autism-Focused Psychologist Blog Post
Scott Legal is pleased to share another success story. We have received an H-1B approval for the 2026 cap season. The applicant is a board-certified psychologist specializing in autism awareness….
F-1 Change of Status Approval for Former H-1B Visa Holder Blog Post
Scott Legal, P.C. recently secured approval for an F-1 change of status petition filed with USCIS. The applicant, a national of India, was previously in the United States on an…
H-1B Extension Approved with USCIS for a Legal Research Analyst Blog Post
We are thrilled to announce the successful approval of an H-1B extension petition for a Legal Research Analyst working with a law firm in New York. The H-1B visa program…
The Rules and Requirements of the H-1B Visa Blog Post
The H-1B visa is one of the most sought-after employment-based visas in the U.S., allowing foreign professionals to work in specialty occupations. With a limited number of new visas issued…
USCIS Approved an H-1B Petition for Client Blog Post
USCIS just approved an H-1B petition for our client.
USCIS Approved an H-1B Petition for an Engineer Blog Post
USCIS just approved an H-1B petition for our client.
USCIS Approved an H-1B Petition Blog Post
USCIS just approved an H-1B petition for our client for a 3-year period.
Is the O-1 Visa Better Than the H-1B Visa? Blog Post
The O-1 visa offers advantages over the H-1B, including no lottery, employment flexibility, and unlimited renewals, but requires proof of extraordinary ability.
H-1B Master’s Cap Petition Approved for a Lawyer in a Part-time Position Blog Post
Scott Legal received an approval for a new H-1B Master’s Cap petition for a lawyer for a 3 year period.
H-1B Master’s Cap Petition Approved for a Financial Risk Analyst Blog Post
USCIS just approved a new H-1B Master’s Cap petition for our client for a 3 year period.
USCIS Approved H-1B Extension Petition Blog Post
USCIS just approved an H-1B extension petition for our client for a 3 year period.
What are Your Chances of Winning the H-1B Lottery? Blog Post
Discover your chances of winning the H-1B lottery and how to maximize them. Learn more about the competitive process and explore alternative visa options.
FY 2025 H-1B Cap: Essential Insights and Application Guidance Blog Post
Explore the FY 2025 H-1B cap, application insights, and how to strengthen your petition.
Extending Your H-1B Visa Beyond 6 Years with an Approved NIW Petition Blog Post
Explore how an approved NIW petition can extend your H-1B visa beyond 6 years. Learn the key steps and benefits in our latest post.
H-1B & H-4 visas issued at the U.S. Consulate in Armenia Blog Post
Our clients just had an H-1B & H-4 dependent visas issued at the U.S. Consulate in Armenia.
Who is an H-1B Cap-exempt employer? Blog Post
Certain employers such as institutions of higher education, non-profit research organizations or governmental research organizations are H-1B cap-exempt employers, don’t have to go through the H1b lottery process and can sponsor you for an h1b visa at any time.
H-1B Extension Petition Approved by USCIS for Software Developer Blog Post
We just had an H-1B extension petition approved by the Nebraska Service Center.
How does the H-1B Cap and Masters Cap work? Can you qualify for the Masters Cap with a foreign degree? Blog Post
To qualify for the Masters Cap, the beneficiary must have a degree from a U.S. institution of higher education as defined in Section 101(a) of the Higher Education Act of 1965. This includes U.S. public and private non-profit educational institutions, but it cannot be from a for-profit private institution. Foreign degree holders also do not qualify.
H-1B1: A great visa option for Nationals of Chile and Singapore Blog Post
Nationals of Chile and Singapore can qualify for an H1b1 visa if they have an offer from a US employer to work in a specialty occupation and have at least a Bachelor’s degree.
Filing Period for H-1B Cap Petitions Closes June 30th Blog Post
Employers have until June 30th to file FY 2024 H-1B cap lottery petitions and supporting evidence with United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).
Can a startup sponsor an employee for an H-1B visa? Blog Post
Startup companies can sponsor H-1B workers but may need to provide additional evidence to prove they can pay the wage and have sufficient work for the employee.
USCIS Completes H-1B Lottery for FY 2024 Blog Post
On March 27, 2023, USCIS announced that they met their annual limit of 85,000 H-1B cap registrants, marking an end to the H-1B cap lottery selection process.
USCIS Extends FY 2024 H-1B Cap Registration Deadline Blog Post
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services extends the H-1B Cap Registration deadline to March 20, 2023, at 5pm ET.
