Work Visas
U.S. employment visa categories compared — H-1B, O-1, L-1, TN, E-2, H-2B, and R-1. Side-by-side eligibility, processing times, costs, and employer obligations for each work visa type.
H-2B Seasonal Worker Visa Cap Eases with Supplemental Visas for Returning Workers
The FY 2027 H-1B cap registration opens March 2026. Employers must prepare for the beneficiary-centric lottery, strict fee rules, and competitive selection...
Uscis Hits H-2B Visa Cap for First Supplemental Allocation
USCIS confirmed it reached the first supplemental H-2B visa cap for FY 2026 after a lottery. This tranche…
Trump Administration Adds 65,000 H-2B Guest Worker Visas for Fiscal Year 2026
The Trump administration announced on January 30, 2026, that it will add approximately 65,000 H-2B seasonal guest worker…
U.S. Confirms Seasonal Work Permits H-2B Program Under Deliberation
The U.S. government has authorized 35,000 supplemental H-2B visas for FY 2026, a 50% reduction from prior years.…
O-1 Visas Hit Record High as H-1B Costs Drive Talent Abroad
The FY 2027 H-1B season introduces wage-weighted selection and higher costs, prompting many to pivot toward the O-1…
Tax Filing Guide for L-1 Visa Holders in 2026: Residency and Forms
L-1 visa holders must use the Substantial Presence Test to define their 2026 tax residency. This status dictates…
H-4 Spouses Challenge DHS Rule Ending Automatic EAD Extensions
A federal lawsuit in California is challenging the DHS decision to end automatic extensions for Employment Authorization Documents…
Navigating O-1 Tax Filing: Residency, Forms, and Deadlines for 2026
O-1 visa holders must file U.S. taxes based on residency determined by the Substantial Presence Test. Filing the…
H-1B and H-4 Travel to India: Delays and Enhanced Vetting Effects
U.S. employers planning for the FY 2027 H-1B cap must account for significant appointment delays in India. Success…
O-1 Visas for OnlyFans Creators Surge Since Covid-19 Era
New USCIS guidelines formalize O-1 visa eligibility for digital creators by accepting online metrics and high subscription earnings…