H1B
H-1B visa lottery results, cap season updates, wage level analysis, employer sponsorship data, and transfer rules. Covers registration, selection, RFE trends, and premium processing timelines for FY2026.
Top questions about H1B
Answers from VisaVerge guidesWhat changes will H-1B visa applicants in India face starting September 2, 2025?
Starting September 2, 2025, all H-1B visa applicants in India must attend in-person interviews at a U.S. consulate, ending the dropbox option.
Read: When Did India Get H-1B Dropbox Option and Why Was It Dropped?How did employer actions affect H-1B visa holders in 2025?
Employers increased the risk of H-1B workers going out of status by rapidly withdrawing petitions after layoffs, complicating their future re-entry into the U.S.
Read: H-1B in 2025: What Layoffs Taught Visa Holders and EmployersHow does the H-1B process work for employers and employees in 2025?
The H-1B process remains employer-driven, with the employer filing the petition and the employee maintaining status by staying employed in the approved job under the approved terms.
Read: US Immigration FAQ Update: H-1B, F-1, NRIs Amid 2025 ChangesWhat changes has USCIS introduced to curb H-1B visa exploitation starting in 2025?
USCIS has introduced beneficiary-focused selection and mandatory passport information for lottery registrations to tackle registration abuse.
Read: H-1B Exploitation: Middlemen Gaming the SystemWhat are some key changes to the H-1B visa program for fiscal year 2025?
The USCIS adopted a 'beneficiary-centric' registration process, resulting in fewer registrations but relatively steady numbers of employers and unique foreign candidates applying for visas.
Read: Donald Trump Backs H-1B Visas: ‘We Need Competent People’
H-1B Remote Work From Another State: LCA and I-129 Amendments
Long‑term remote work outside the original MSA requires a certified new LCA and a timely amended Form I‑129. Short‑term exceptions may apply for limited periods, but failing to file risks…
Proactive H-1B Networking in a Tough 2025 Job Market
A sharp 2025 decline in H-1B approvals means candidates need a 6–18 month plan emphasizing early networking, targeted…
Learning New Technologies on H-1B: A Strategic Skill-Building Guide
Learn new technologies while on H‑1B by aligning training with your approved role, documenting employer support, and avoiding…
I-140 vs H-1B: Clarifying the Real Difference and Its Impact
H‑1B is a temporary work visa; I‑140 is an employer petition for a green card. I‑140 approval can…
Finding H-1B Visa Transfer Jobs at Top Sponsoring Firms
To change H-1B employers, target firms with proven sponsorship records like Amazon or Cognizant, confirm documentation and timelines,…
PAUSE Act Advances: Freeze on H-1B, OPT and All U.S. Immigration
H.R. 6225, the PAUSE Act, would impose an open‑ended freeze on most immigration, terminate H‑1B, cancel OPT, and…
H-1B Status in Mergers and Acquisitions: SII vs Non-SII Rules
H-1B status in mergers depends on Successor-in-Interest status. Successors adopting LCAs allow continued work without new petitions; non-successors…
Public Access File for H-1B: LCA, Wage Records, and Retention
For every certified LCA, employers must maintain a Public Access File available within one working day. The PAF…
Changing to B-2 After H-1B Job Loss: Risks and Realities
Following H‑1B termination, you can file Form I‑539 to change to B‑2 within the 60‑day grace period to…
Recapturing Time Outside the U.S.: Extending H-1B Beyond Six Years
Workers can extend H-1B beyond six years by recapturing days spent abroad and by using AC21: one‑year extensions…