H-1B RFE: Specialty Occupation Issues Explained

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What Employers Often Get Wrong About H-1B Specialty Occupation Cases One of the biggest misconceptions we see: “Our candidate has the right degree, so the H-1B should be fine.” – Not necessarily.  Here’s what USCIS actually looks at: The issue is not whether the employee is qualified. It is whether the position itself qualifies as a specialty occupation. […]

How to File Your FY 2027 H-1B Petition After Lottery Selection

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Selected in the FY 2027 H-1B Lottery? What’s Next? You’re not alone, and this is where many candidates lose their chance. Getting selected in the H-1B lottery is just Step 1. If your petition isn’t filed correctly and on time, the opportunity can disappear. Every year, we see: If you’ve been selected, here’s what you should be doing right […]

FY 2027 H-1B Lottery Results and Petition Filing Timeline

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FY 2027 H-1B Cap Lottery Results and Next Steps The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has completed the FY 2027 H-1B cap lottery selection process. Employers and their attorneys can now log in to their registration accounts to review the status of submitted registrations. As in previous years, USCIS received more registrations than required to meet the annual […]

FY 2027 H-1B Lottery: Preparing for Petition Filing

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H-1B Cap FY 2027: What Happens After Lottery Selection The FY 2027 H-1B cap registration window has now officially closed. U.S. employers who submitted registrations during this period are now awaiting the next step in the process — the H-1B lottery selection conducted by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). Each year, the H-1B cap process moves quickly […]

EB-1C Green Card Guide: Requirements for Multinational Executives & Managers

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The EB-1C Green Card: A Handbook for Global Leaders on the Fast Track For multinational companies and global executives, the path to U.S. permanent residency can often feel like a maze of red tape. Enter the EB-1C visa: a premier Green Card category designed specifically to transfer top-tier talent managers and executives to the United States. […]

FY 2027 H-1B Cap Changes: Wage-Based Lottery & Fees

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The FY 2027 H-1B cap season marks a major shift in how U.S. work visas are allocated, with the Department of Homeland Security moving away from a purely random lottery to a new wage-based weighted selection system. Scheduled to take effect from February 27, 2026, this change prioritizes higher-paid roles using the Department of Labor’s four-level prevailing wage structure, […]

Breaking Down the New H-1B $100,000 Fee Under Trump’s Executive Order

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Starting on September 21, 2025, at 12:01 a.m. EDT, the corporate sponsor will have to pay a $100,000 charge in order for H-1B employees to enter the United States. This implies that any H-1B employees who are presently abroad might not be permitted entry until their US employer has paid the $100,000 charge. The Presidential Order does not apply to H1b […]

H-1B Filing Process Made Simple: A 2025 Guide for Employers and Foreign Workers

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Your 2025 H-1B Visa Roadmap: Filing Steps, LCA, I-129 & USCIS Timeline The H-1B visa is an important route for skilled overseas workers to work in the United States. The process is complicated and time-limited. Given the complexity of the H-1B filing process, this guide covers every step to help employers and beneficiaries navigate the journey […]

H-1B 2026: Everything You Need to Know About the Upcoming Filing Season

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If you’re considering applying for an H1B visa for the fiscal year 2026, it’s essential to stay ahead of the game. The H-1B visa remains a vital pathway for skilled workers seeking employment opportunities in the United States. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you navigate the H-1B 2026 filing season. H-1B 2026 Timeline and […]