Double the Visa: Filing H1B and EB5 Together
You can file both H1B and EB5 petitions through the same company. H1B is for temporary employment, while…
STEM OPT Denial After H-1B Approval: Is It Common?
It's uncommon but possible for a STEM OPT to be denied after H-1B approval due to status changes.…
Changing Employee Payroll from Stem OPT to H-1B: Steps and Forms Employer Need to Know
Employers must update Form I-9 for H-1B status change and renew E-Verify if applicable. Adjust payroll to reflect…
Stem OPT to H-1B Transition: Employer Documentation and Tax Guide
To transition from STEM OPT to H-1B, the employer files Form I-129 for the H-1B visa. Once approved,…
Top 5 H-1B Cap Actions for Employers on October 1st
Review new hires' work authorization, update public access files, start filing necessary visa amendments, prepare for the upcoming…
Istiaque Ahmed Sues DHS to Clear H-1B Fraud Allegations
Istiaque Ahmed, a Bangladeshi on an H-1B visa, sued the Department of Homeland Security to remove a fraud…
Cognizant Facing Allegations of H-1B Visa Misuse and Discrimination
Cognizant faces allegations of H-1B visa misuse and discriminatory hiring practices favoring South Asian workers over American workers.…
Global Entrepreneur in Residence: Secure Your H-1B Visa
The Global Entrepreneur in Residence (GEIR) program helps international entrepreneurs secure H-1B visas by partnering with universities. It…
H-1B Visa Change of Status: What You Need to Know
An H-1B visa approved under Change of Status (COS) allows foreign nationals in the U.S. on other visas…
Navigating H1B Premium Processing and RFE Timelines
The H1B visa process allows U.S. employers to hire skilled foreign workers, with premium processing offering expedited service…
Jaishankar: H-1B Program Boosts India-US Ties
The H-1B visa program significantly influences India-U.S. relations, enabling skilled Indian professionals to drive innovation and economic growth…
Court Upholds Work Permits for H-1B Spouses
The court upheld work permits for H-1B spouses, reinforcing a 2015 rule allowing them to work. This decision,…
H-4 Visa Business Opportunities: Legal Requirements for Starting a Business
An H-4 visa holder can start a business or engage in self-employment in the U.S. if they obtain…
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…