What Is an H-1B Visa? Eligibility, Process, and Cap Explained

H-1B Visa: Unlocking U.S. Opportunities

What is it? The H-1B visa allows U.S. companies to hire skilled foreign workers for specialty roles like tech, engineering, or medicine.

Who qualifies? Jobs needing a bachelor’s degree or equivalent.

Who qualifies? Workers with specialized skills or degrees.

Duration: Up to 3 years, extendable to 6.

Key Facts - Annual cap: 65,000 visas + 20,000 for U.S. master’s holders.

Key Facts - Employers file with USCIS, often facing a lottery due to high demand.

Key Facts - H-4 visas for spouses and kids under 21 (some spouses can work).

Why it matters: H-1B fuels innovation but sparks debate over local jobs.

=> Learn more at USCIS.gov!