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Application Fee -
between 1440 to $2,190
$1,440 (For petitioners who employ no more than 25 full-time
equivalent employees, including any affiliate or subsidiary) and 2190
for employer who has more then 25 fulltime employees. Lawyer fee may
be extra on top of this fee.
Validity of H1B visa
Total stay is limited to 6 years. Initial approval is for 3 years,
which can be extended for increment of up to 3 years.
H1B- Re-Stamping?
A new stamping can be done in any other country at any American
consulate.
Multiple Employers?
H-1B aliens may work for more than one U.S. employer, but must have a
Form I-129 petition approved by each employer.
Travel Restrictions?
H1B visa can be multiple entry visa, which allows a person to travel
in and out of USA for any number of times, within the specified visa
validity.
Where to Work?
H-1B aliens may only work for the petitioning U.S. employer, and
employer may place the H-1B worker on the work site of another
employer.
Vacation Policies?
An H-1B alien may be on vacation, sick/maternity/paternity on strike.
As long as alien is associated with the employer.
Family Sponsorship?
The spouse and unmarried children (under the age of 21) of H1B
professionals are allowed to stay in the United States under the H4
category for the same duration as the H1B status.
Permanent Residency (Green Card)?
An H1B holder is eligible to seek, permanent residency to USA.
Changing Employer?
H1B can be transferred, to a new Employer.
Buying Property?
H1B holder can buy or sell real estate or any other property in USA.
You can buy lottery or win lottery. |
