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H-1B Wage Violations by Employer: Consequences Explained

If an H-1B sponsor fails to pay the required wage or benches the employee without pay, the employer may face…

H-1B Visa Status After Employer Bankruptcy

If an H-1B visa holder's sponsoring employer goes bankrupt or ceases operations, the visa holder must find a new employer…

H-1B Visa Portability Provision: Transfer and Employment Requirements

The H-1B visa's "portability" provision allows holders to start working for a new employer once a transfer petition is filed…

H-1B to O-1 Visa Status Change Process

Yes, an H-1B visa holder can change their status to a different non-immigrant category, like an O-1 visa, without leaving…

H-1B Tax Implications: Foreign Income and Investment Tax Explained

H-1B visa holders are generally considered U.S. residents for tax purposes. They must report global income, including foreign investments or…

H-1B Visa: Rules for Side Businesses and Freelance Work

H-1B visa holders cannot legally start a side business or engage in freelance work outside their sponsored employment. The visa…

H-1B Recapture Eligibility: How It Works & Required Documentation

Unused H-1B time can be recaptured for time spent outside the U.S. during the visa validity. To prove eligibility, documentation…

H-1B Transfer Process During Merger or Acquisition

If an H-1B visa holder's sponsoring company undergoes a merger or acquisition, the new employer must file an amended H-1B…