Visa reciprocity refers to the principle under which the United States grants visa validity periods, fees, and the number of entries based on how a foreign government treats U.S. citizens…
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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…
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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…
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USCIS just approved an H-1B petition for our client.
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USCIS just approved a new H-1B Master’s Cap petition for our client for a 3 year period.
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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.
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Our clients just had an H-1B & H-4 dependent visas issued at the U.S. Consulate in Armenia.
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In an effort to streamline visa renewals and reduce global wait times, the U.S. Department of State (DOS) has announced a pilot program for stateside visa renewals, set to commence…
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Spouses and unmarried children under 21 years old are often able to get dependent visas that allow them to accompany a primary visa holder to the U.S.
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A nonimmigrant who wants to work in the U.S. must have valid work authorization. They are not required to have a visa, although a visa is needed if they want…
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If a visa holder has changed employers in the same visa category, they may be able to use their existing visa to enter the U.S., even if it is annotated…
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An H-1B transfer is when a foreign national in the U.S. on an H-1B has a new employer file an H-1B petition on their behalf.
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La visa H-1B permite múltiples empleadores y el empleo concurrente. Cada petición individual debe cumplir los requisitos del visado H-1B.
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Teachers can qualify for an H1b visa if they have at least a Bachelor’s degree in the field.
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For FY2024, the H1b registration system will open at noon EST March 1, 2023 and close at noon EST on March 17, 2023.
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Starting from August 11, 2022, USCIS no longer requires duplicate copies of the Form I-129 application and supporting documents, unless specifically asked for.
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Muchos extranjeros que quieren iniciar un negocio en los Estados Unidos les han pedido a los abogados de Scott Legal, P.C. una explicación de las diferentes opciones de visa disponibles…
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If you h1b employment terminates, you can stay in the U.S. for 60 days or until your I-94 expires, whichever is shorter
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If you have been laid off from your U.S. job you may have a 60 day grace period that will give you time to find a new employer, change to…
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Foreign nationals coming to the U.S. to work in certain healthcare occupations must pass a screening process first using a service called VisaScreen.
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E-2 investors who plan to sell their business and remain in the U.S. have several visa options to consider.
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DACA recipients may be eligible for an H1B if they have a job offer, bachelor’s degree, entered the U.S. legally and have not accrued more than 6 months of unlawful…
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You don’t need to work full-time on your H1B visa and you can also start another H1b employment if the new employer sponsors you.
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An analysis of the E-3 and H-1B specialty occupation requirement, and how it applies to pilots.
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The H-1B visa allows for multiple employers and concurrent employment. Each individual petition must meet the H-1B requirements.
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