The H-1B visa is a non-immigrant visa that allows U.S. employers to temporarily employ foreign workers in specialty occupations. Samhires LLC specializes in assisting individuals and employers navigate the complexities of the H-1B visa process, ensuring a smooth and successful application.

The H-1B visa is a work authorization visa for individuals offered temporary professional positions by U.S. employers. It is designed to allow employers to fill specialty occupations that require theoretical or technical expertise in specialized fields such as science, engineering, and information technology.

• Valid job offer from a U.S. employer for a specialty occupation.
• Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field from an accredited university or college.
• Specialty occupation requiring specialized knowledge and skills.
• Employer-employee relationship with the right to control work and payment of a salary Prevailing wage agreement.
• Non-immigrant intent to return to home country after visa expiration.

The H-1B visa application process involves several steps. First, the employer must file a Labor Condition Application (LCA) with the Department of Labor. Once the LCA is approved, the employer can file the Form I-129, Petition for a Nonimmigrant Worker, with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). If the petition is approved, the individual can apply for the H-1B visa at a U.S. consulate or embassy abroad.

The cost of the H-1B visa includes various fees, such as the filing fee, the fraud prevention and detection fee, and the ACWIA fee. The total cost can vary depending on the size of the employer and the number of employees on H-1B visas.

The H-1B visa application process has specific timelines, including the annual cap for new visas and the opening of the application window. It is important to apply early, as there is a cap on the number of visas issued each year.

The optimal period to apply for an H-1B visa is typically from January to March, preceding the start of the U.S. government's fiscal year on October 1. The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) usually begins accepting H1B petitions on April 1 for visas that will be issued in the upcoming fiscal year starting October 1.

The optimal period to apply for an H-1B visa is typically from January to March, preceding the start of the U.S. government's fiscal year on October 1. The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) usually begins accepting H1B petitions on April 1 for visas that will be issued in the upcoming fiscal year starting October 1.