Chicago H-1B Visa Lawyer Helping Clients Get Approved

Many U.S. companies need workers with special skills from other countries to complete essential projects or duties. These non-immigrants can live temporarily in the United States under an H-1B visa. These visas are a popular form of entry into the U.S., but they are not the only form of temporary work visas. Since there is a strict cap in force on H-1B visas, it may be advantageous to meet with a legal professional and explore other options.

For help getting your H-1B application submitted or to see if you could qualify for another temporary work visa, reach out to our law firm today. We have nearly 30 years of experience helping immigrants achieve their goals, including assisting companies in hiring foreign workers who live legally in the United States. Call today at 312-728-4610.

How Do You Qualify for the H-1B visa?

Some of the most important qualifications for getting an H-1B visa approved are:

The foreign worker holds a specialty occupation requiring a high level of education, such as a bachelor’s degree or higher.
The skills required to perform the work are so specialized or complex that the experience needed is equivalent to the training required for a bachelor’s degree or higher.
The prospective employee holds the required degree or has the experience necessary to fulfill the duties of the job.

Those who meet these qualifications will need to submit the proper forms and documents to seek H-1B approval, including but not limited to Form DS-160, their current passport, diplomas and certifications, and a letter from the employer with the job description. They must also attend the H-1B interview, where they will have their fingerprints taken.

For the best chances of a successful H-1B application, please speak with an experienced immigration attorney for help!

What is the H-1B Cap, and How Will it Affect My Application?

The H-1B program is unique in immigration as the number of approved applicants per year is limited to 65,000, and approvals are awarded in lottery form every spring. Please note that petitions to extend H-1B workers’ visas, change their terms of employment, or change employers are not limited to the H-1B cap.

Because of the H-1B visa cap, applying for of visa can be very stressful and challenging. It is critical to submit all documents on time to get the best chance of approval. The best way to do this is to hire a knowledgeable immigration lawyer with a great deal of experience with H-1B visas, like Kevin Dixler of the Law Office of Kevin L. Dixler.

What Other Temporary Work Visas Are There?

Another good option for nonimmigrant workers is to consider other work visas that are not subject to a cap like the H-1B. Depending on your line of work, you could be eligible for any one of several available nonimmigrant visas. This can be an excellent option that avoids the stress and difficulty of the H-1B application and cap.

Some work visas available for entering and working temporarily in the United States are:

L-1 visas for employees transferred within companies or from an affiliated foreign company
J-1 training and exchange visas
B-1 and B-2 visitor/business visas
O-1 visas for people with extraordinary abilities
R-1 visas for those employed in religious efforts

Contact a lawyer immediately if you feel you are eligible for the H-1B or any other temporary work visa.

Can Our H-1B Attorney Help You?

At the Law Office of Kevin L. Dixler, our talented legal team has decades of experience helping people immigrate for work-related reasons. We understand how complicated the process is, and we will stand by you to ensure your application gets the best chances of success possible. We will communicate with you at every step to ensure all of your documents are gathered and submitted, helping you understand what to expect and how you can get the approval you need.

Contact us today for more information or to schedule an appointment where we can discuss your goals and immigration needs. You can reach us at 312-728-4610.