The H1B Visa Journey: A Comprehensive Guide for Fiscal Year 2025

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Beginning in March 2024, USCIS will again conduct a preregistration selection process for the H1B visa lottery. Understanding H-1B Visas H-1B work visas are the most common visas for foreign nationals in professional positions, requiring at least a Bachelor’s degree. USCIS caps new H-1Bs at 65,000 for Bachelor’s degree holders and an additional 20,000 for Master’s degree holders from […]

H-1B Work Visas for Nurses: An Overview of the Route to the US

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Welcome to the LBL Immigration blog, where we strive to simplify the complex world of H-1B Visa for Nurses – Immigration law. The H-1B Visa for Nurses: In the ever-evolving landscape of immigration, healthcare professionals, particularly nurses, play a crucial role in filling gaps and meeting the growing demand for quality healthcare in the United States. […]

Ground-Breaking Stateside Pilot Program Facilitates H-1B Visa Stamp Issuance Within the U.S.

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In a significant development, the U.S. Department of State (DOS) has launched a pilot program to streamline the issuance of H-1B visa stamps within the United States. Commencing on January 29, 2024, this long-anticipated initiative marks a departure from the traditional process of obtaining H-1B visa stamps at U.S. embassies or consulates abroad. Who Qualifies for the […]

Navigating the Extraordinary: A Deep Dive into the EB-1A Green Card

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In the realm of U.S. immigration, the EB-1A Green Card (Employment-Based First Preference, Aliens of Extraordinary Ability) stands out as a prestigious avenue for individuals who have demonstrated exceptional accomplishments in their respective fields. This blog aims to shed light on the intricacies of the EB-1A category, providing insights into its eligibility criteria, application process, […]

Unlocking Opportunities: A Comprehensive Guide to H1B Concurrent Visa in USA

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Discover the power of an H1B Concurrent Visa in the USA, enabling you to work for multiple employers simultaneously and seize greater opportunities. What is an H-1B Concurrent Visa? An H-1B concurrent visa is a type of H1B visa that allows H1B visa holders to work for multiple employers at the same time. This can be a great […]

How can we Avoid Common Mistakes while Applying for Post-Completion OPT?

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Post-completion Optional Practical Training (OPT) is a program that allows international students who have completed their studies in the United States to work and gain practical experience in their field of study. Applying for post-completion OPT can be a complex process, and there are many common mistakes that applicants can make that could result in […]

H-1B Transfer and I-9 Verification Process

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This article provides a comprehensive guide to the H1b Transfer process and the I-9 verification process. Learn the steps involved in both processes and the documents required for a successful transition. Proof of work authorization for an H1b transfer comes from the American Competitiveness in the Twenty-First Century Act (AC21), an H1B worker may begin […]

How to convert a E2 visa into a green card and US citizenship?

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In order to obtain an E2 nonimmigrant visa, you must explicitly state that you do not have the intent to become a permanent resident in the U.S. Converting your E2 visa into a green card However, there are a few possible ways to convert your E2 visa into a green card that are worth exploring. […]