So you wanna move to the U.S. as an IT specialist? Cool, cool. Well, there are a few different visas you can look into: H-1B visa: This one is for people with specialized skills, like in tech or engineering. Your employer has to sponsor you, and you gotta have a degree or equivalent experience. L-1B …
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Short comparative: H-1B and O-1 visas. Part 1
There is a rundown on the main differences between H-1B and O-1 visas: First up, eligibility. The H-1B is meant for those who work in specialty occupations that require higher education or specialized skills. On the other hand, the O-1 visa is for the superstars out there – people with extraordinary abilities in fields like …
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Is an H-1B visa easy to get?
No, the H-1B visa is not easy to get. It is a highly competitive visa, with a limited number of visas available each year, and a high demand for highly skilled workers in the U.S. The H-1B visa application process can also be complex and requires meeting strict eligibility criteria, including having a job offer …
12 types of US work visas
H-1B: Specialty occupation visa. L-1: Intra-company transfer visa. O-1: Extraordinary ability visa. J-1: Exchange visitor visa. H-2A: Temporary ag worker visa. H-2B: Temporary non-ag worker visa. R-1: Religious worker visa. EB-1: Extraordinary ability, outstanding professors/researchers, multinational managers/execs. EB-2: Advanced degree/exceptional ability visa. EB-3: Skilled worker/professional visa. EB-4: Special immigrant visa. EB-5: Investor visa.
Is it possible to get an H1B visa without high education?
It is possible to obtain an H1B visa without a high level of education, but it can be more challenging. The H1B visa is intended for individuals who will be working in a “specialty occupation,” which typically requires at least a bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related field. However, an applicant who has a …
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H1-B advantages for employees
The H1-B visa program also offers several advantages for foreign workers, including: The opportunity to work and live in the United States The ability to gain valuable work experience in the U.S. The potential for career advancement and higher wages The opportunity to gain legal permanent residency (a green card) through the employer sponsorship. Access …
H1-B advantages for employers
The H1-B visa program allows U.S. employers to temporarily employ foreign workers in specialty occupations. Some advantages of the H1-B program include: Access to a global pool of highly-skilled workers The ability to fill gaps in the workforce The ability to bring in specialized expertise Cost savings for employers due to lower labor costs. However, …
H-1B visa disadvantages
Only 85,000 H1B visas are available each year. Long processing times, and wait times of several months for approval. High costs associated with the H1B visa application, including legal fees, application costs, and employer sponsorship fees can reach several thousands of dollars. Limits job mobility, have to leave the country or change status if they …
The best US visa for talented people
There are several visa categories that may be appropriate for talented individuals who want to work in the United States. Some options include: H1B visa: This visa category is intended for foreign workers in specialty occupations that require at least a bachelor’s degree or the equivalent in a specific field. It is a temporary nonimmigrant …
How many quotas does an H1B visa usually have?
The H1B visa program is a temporary nonimmigrant visa category that allows U.S. employers to hire foreign workers in specialty occupations. The H1B visa program is subject to an annual quota, also known as a cap, which limits the number of visas that can be issued each year. The annual quota for H1B visas is …
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