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Why Work in the US as a Specialty Worker?

• Choose a US H1B Visa to work in the USA.
• Bachelor’s in IT, Science, Medicine, Finance, and Architecture are eligible.
• Earn in USD (5x more than your current salary).
• Direct path to get a Green card.
• Settle in the USA along with your family.

One of the most common visas for US employment is the H1B. Employers are required to apply for this type of visa on behalf of their specialized workers. Since the visa is only awarded to specialists, most applicants come from sectors like information technology, finance, architecture, medicine, physics, etc. and hold at least a bachelor's degree. Employers can get assistance from Ais overseas in filing H1B applications for their staff members. We also assist foreign workers in being hired by organizations that are likely to support their H1B visa application.

US H1B Visa Details:

One of the most competitive visas to apply for is the H1B visa. US employers are in high demand for this visa because there is an annual cap on the number of visas that can be obtained. It is also among the greatest visas to apply for in order to work in the US because it provides a path to a Green Card.

Under the H1B, successful petitioners can:

• Live and work in the US
• Extend the stay in the US
• Change employers during H-1B status
• Stay with their dependent spouse and children (age - under 21) in the US

Validity of the Visa

• The duration of a visa is three years, though it can be extended for a maximum of six years.
• A foreign worker has two options when the validity expires: leave the country or get a new visa.
• He may be deported and/or lose his legal status if he disobeys.

Documents Required:

The H1B visa system is point-based, and for your application to be considered, you must have a minimum of 12 points. You need to have:

• A US bachelor's or master's degree (or its equivalent in another country)
• About 12 years of professional experience
• Both education and work experience

Heres's how you are awarded points:

• 3 points - 1 year of college studies
• 1 point - 1 year of work experience

Your H1B petition can be prepared once you score a minimum of 12 points

H1B visa cost: 

The current standard H1B filing fee is $460.For the 1-129 petition, the regular H1B filing fee is applicable.

The base filing fee for H1B visas will rise by 21%, from USD 460 to USD 555. On October 2, 2020, the proposed fee hike will go into effect.

There are two ways to pay for the fee: electronically through a bank transfer or in person at a designated bank branch located throughout India. To make sure the right amount is paid and the appointment is arranged in a timely way, create a profile on the US Visa Service website and choose the scheduled appointment option.

You will see payment options and more information about how to start the payment process on the payment confirmation screen. After the date of payment, the charge is valid for a year. You have to schedule your visa interview within a year of applying.

H4 Visa:

A non-immigrant dependent visa is known as an H4 visa. With this visa, you can live, work, and study in the US, but it does not offer you permanent residence.

Who is eligible?

• Spouse of the H type visa holder
• Children (age under 21) whose parent is an H visa holder

The validity of the H4 visa

The validity of the visa is dependent on the visa of the sponsor who is also called the principal applicant.

The visa is usually sponsored by the spouse or parent having the H type visa. The H4 visa becomes invalid when the visa of the sponsor expires.

Privileges of the H4 visa

• One may obtain a driver's license.
• You can pursue your studies in the United States.S
• You are eligible for banking services and an H4 visa loan.

Work permission for the H4 visa holder

• The H4 visa holder is able to work full-time, part-time, or not at all.
• It is legal for an H4 visa holder to launch any kind of business.
• Even if the H4 visa holder chooses not to look for work, he may still be eligible for EAD.

Documents required for application

• US visa interview appointment letter
• A valid passport
• Copy of the primary visa holder’s passport
• Photo of the primary visa holder and applicant together
• Passport-sized photograph of the applicant
• Confirmation page of the online DS-160 form
• Visa fee receipt from the relevant bank
• Copy of primary visa holder’s form I-797
• A letter from the primary visa holder’s employer stating the nature of the relationship between the primary visa holder and employer
• Pay stubs from the primary visa holder’s current place of work
• Original marriage certificate
• Original birth certificates of children

L-1A Visa:

A non-immigrant visa issued by the US is the L-1A visa. This visa is issued by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to foreign directors or managers who are being transferred to their company's U.S. offices. An L-1A visa can also be used by foreign companies without affiliated offices in the United States to send a manager or executive to establish one there.

Within the L-1 visa category, there are two types of work visas: L-1A and L-1B. An employee with advanced talents who chooses to come to the United States for a five-year period may apply for its equivalent, the L-1B visa. After the visa expires, the applicant may reapply for the L-1 visa holder status only if they have worked for the organization's parent, subsidiary, branch, or affiliate for at least one year outside the U.S.

L1 Visa Requirements:

There are 2 main requirements for an L1 visa:

• Employer requirements
• Employee requirements

Employer Requirements:

The employer in the US and the applicant's foreign branch, subsidiary, or affiliate must establish a qualifying relationship. This suggests that the ownership or affiliation of the two organizations ties them together in some way.

Moreover, during the visa holder's stay in the US, the employer must be conducting business in the US and at least one other nation.

Employee Requirements:

Before being allowed entry into the United States, an applicant for an L1 visa must have worked for the foreign company for at least a year during the three years prior to their application.

Their previous jobs had to be in administrative, corporate, or technological domains, and their future positions in the United States had to fall into the same categories.

L1A Visa to Green Card

Since the L1A visa falls under the EB-1C category, obtaining a green card is rather simple for applicants. By eliminating the need for a PERM Labor Certificate, this can expedite the processing process by up to eight months.

To be eligible for the green card, the employer just needs to submit an I-140 petition. The applicant files for a status adjustment (Form I-485) if he is approved.

L2 Visa:

L1 dependent visas are another name for L2 visas. The wives and dependents of L1 visa holders are eligible for an L2 visa. A non-immigrant visa is called an L2 visa.

L1 dependents include:

Spouses of visa holders

Dependent children (age under 21)

L2 visa holders can:

• live temporarily in the United States
• In the US, pursue full-time education or go to college.
• To work in the United States, apply for an Employment Authorization Document (EAD).
• Switch to a different non-immigrant visa status, such as an F1, B1/B2, H1, L1, and
• Take quick international trips into and out of the US

Documents required for L2 visa application:

• A completed Application for Nonimmigrant Visa Online.
• A valid passport
• Original marriage certificate; passport photo
• Original certificates of birth for every dependent kid
• Written consent from the principal L1 visa holder's employer
• The employer's employment verification letter and the L1 visa holder's Form I-797 visa application fee
• The cost of issuing visas

R1 Visa:

Those who wish to work as religious workers in the United States must get an R1 visa. This is a transitory visa.

Eligibility Conditions

To begin with, you will need to work a part-time job in the US, which entails working at least 20 hours a week.

You must simultaneously obtain employment related to your religion. Stated differently, you must be employed by a religious organization or serve as a clergyman there. This implies that if your line of work is not religious, you will not be eligible for an R1 Visa.

Additionally, you qualify if you have a legitimate religious charity organization, were a part of the religious community for at least two years before filing for an R1 visa, and have a religious affiliation.

In the US, it is also possible to work for an employer who is a religious non-profit organization.

If you plan to work for a church or religious organization or engage in any activities related to them, you are ineligible. These visas are exclusively intended for religious workers who are employed in the region.

Additionally, volunteering does not get an R1 Visa. To apply, you must be a paid employee; otherwise, you cannot.

Documents Required

• An Electronic Application for Nonimmigrant Visa (DS-160) Form
• A passport good for travel to the US that is valid for at least six months after the time you want to remain there.
• A most recent six-month passport picture.

R2 Visa:

The spouse and unmarried child (under 21) of an R1 visa holder are permitted entry into the US with the R2 visa, a temporary travel document. As long as the holders of R1 status maintain their legal standing, the holders of R2 status are permitted to stay in the nation. Put another way, a person loses their R-2 status as soon as the primary R-1 person loses their legal standing.

R2 visa holders can:

• Enroll in a full-time course in American studies.
• Travel to and from the US without restriction while the visa is in effect.
• Request to be granted permanent residence.

The R2 visa holder is unable to work in the US, however.

Documents Required

• All documents required for an R-1 visa.
• Original birth certificate for each child
• Marriage registration certificate
• Copy of spouse’s passport
• Proof of financial support
• Copy of the contract between the R1 religious worker and the employer

How to Get H1B Visa from India

Steps to apply for H1B visa

Step 1
Consult Common Nonimmigrant Visas to ascertain the sort of visa you require. The requirements and application materials are explained for each category of visa. Select the type of visa that suits your needs.

Step 2
Filling out the Nonimmigrant Visa Electronic Application (DS-160) form is the next step. Thoroughly read the instructions for filling out the DS-160 form. Every piece of information needs to be precise and true. After submitting the form, it cannot be altered.

Step 3

You need to pay the visa cost after completing the DS-160.

Step 4

Using the same login credentials that you used to pay for your visa fee, you must access your profile. You have to make two appointments on the website: one for the interview at the Embassy or Consulate to obtain a visa, and another for the Visa Application Center (VAC).

Step 5

Make sure you bring the necessary paperwork to your appointment at the Visa Application Center (VAC).

Step 6
Once you have visited the Visa Application Center to have your fingerprints and photo taken, you will bring the necessary documentation to the U.S. Embassy or Consulate on the day and time of your visa interview.

H1B Visa sponsorship

Hiring a non-immigrant for an H-1B visa allows an employer to allow them to work in the United States. The job for which the applicant is applying requires the usage of specialized talents, and they must possess at least a bachelor's degree (or the equivalent in their home country). Jobs in specialized industries including architecture, law, finance, medicine, etc. are available.

How AIS Overseas can help you?

For your H1B visa petition to have any chance of being approved, the best possible proof is needed. With its expertise and experience, AIS Overseas can guarantee that your application is complete and satisfies all requirements. Our teams offer support in:

• must be employed by the present employer's affiliate, parent, branch, or subsidiary
• Job Search Assistance in the US
• Getting your paperwork ready
• Complete Application process
• Documentation, Forms & Petition Filing

A once-in-a-lifetime chance for anyone hoping to work in the US is the H1B Visa. With our comprehensive assistance, AIS Overseas can help you take full advantage of this chance. We can assist you with job searches, visa applications, permanent residence applications, and more. To find out how we can assist you, contact us right now.