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Companies should avoid common mistakes by crafting accurate job descriptions, filing the Labor Condition Application correctly, paying the prevailing wage, keeping documentation organized, and understanding filing fees.

Key steps include confirming the case type and calendar limits before paperwork starts, building a ‘no-ambiguity’ job record, and expecting more site visits.

Applicants should start early by keeping an eye on policy updates, gather documents that meet the latest requirements, and work closely with their employers who will need to be proactive as well.

Employers should conduct internal audits focusing on documentation accuracy, wage and job classification compliance, LCA compliance, and employer-employee relationship documentation, while also forming an H-1B Compliance Team, developing a checklist, conducting periodic training, and employing review layers.

Applicants should be aware of the new limitations on the number of beneficiaries for specific employment-based forms to ensure compliance with the updated policy.