H-1B visa (Temporary Work visa) in the US
by: AndySemotiuk
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Introduction
of H1-B Visa
H1-B Visa is a commonly known by
temporary work visa. It is a nonimmigrant type of visa. <a href=http://www.myworkvisa.com> H1-B</a> visa is also known as an employer
sponsored visa. H1-B visa allows U.S.
employers to employ foreign temporary workers in specialty occupations. With
the help of H1-B visa companies brings foreign born professional temporarily to
the United States with lawful method.
Features of
H1-B Visa
- Time Limit of H1-B visa
- Initially H1-B visa is issue
for up to three years and it may be extend up to more three years. So
maximum 6 year is a time limit for H1-B visa - For Getting Green Card
- H1-B visa give convince for its holder to be eligible
for getting permanent residency in USA
- Changing
Company
- H1-B
visa can be transferable for a new employee. Visa holder can start
working after getting receipt of H1 transfer case
- Family
Status - Visa
holder’s wife and unmarried children (under the age of 21) are allowed to
stay in USA under the H4 category for the same duration as the H1-B
status - Eligible
for buying property - H1-B holder can buy or
sell real estate property or any other property in USA. - Visa holder can buy
lottery or win a lottery
Eligibility
of H1-B Visa
To
be eligible for H1-B visa below are the possibility. You must be full fill
bellow’s any of ONE criteria.
- Any
Bachelor’s degree or higher degree in the specific area - At least 12
years progressive work experience in their specific area - A license
to practice in the chosen occupation - A mix of further
education and work experience to total 12 years
Benefits of
H1-B Visa
- Visa Holder Dependent can stay
with you as long as you maintain your H1-B status. Visa holder children
also eligible for attending a school - Visa holder freely travel
through the USA also out of the USA
Documents
required for the Applying H1-B Visa
- The Expiration date on the passport must be more than 6
months away.
- Reference Letters from previous employers
- Appointment letter by your Employer
- Tax Return Papers of the company
- A copy of the official evaluation of your degrees
- Degree certificate
- Appoint and Relieving letters
for all the companies where you claim employment and certificates of the
company giving dates and duration of your service. - Any additional degree
certificates - Latest Three passport size
Color photographs
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About the Author
Andy J. Semotiuk is an US and Canadian Immigration Lawyer has practiced law for over 30 years and served over 15,000 clients. He specializes in Spousal sponsorships visa, Investor work visas and Skilled Worker Application. He is also an author of "The Young Professional - A Practical Guide to Success in Your Career". He can be reached by email at andy@myworkvisa.com or through his website at http://www.myworkvisa.com.
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