H1B Visa: A Checklist of Dos and Don’ts

Many skilled foreign workers are preparing for the 2017 H1B visa lottery, and there are a few pointers that may help you be in the best position possible to secure ...

  • January 1st, 2017
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New H1B Visa Rules That Will Benefit Foreign Workers

While non-immigrant job seekers in the US await changes to the H1B visa program in a Trump administration, the USCIS has quietly changed a few rules making life easier for ...

  • December 2nd, 2016
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Have You Been “Benched” by Your H1B Employer?

Unfortunately, one of the realities of working in the IT industry under an H1B visa is the practice of “benching” employees.  Benching occurs when an H1B employee is not paid ...

  • November 17th, 2016
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Typical Jobs That Qualify for H1B Visas

One of the hallmarks of the H1B visa program is that it is designed for "specialty occupations", meaning that performing the job requires at least a bachelor’s degree.  There are ...

  • November 14th, 2016
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Guide to Filling Out Your 2018 Green Card Lottery Application

If you have read our other articles on the green card lottery and want to apply, then here is a simple guide to filling out your application. It should only ...

  • October 6th, 2016
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How to Enter the Green Card Lottery

In our last article we covered the mechanics of the 2018 green card lottery, including the timeframe and process for submitting an entry.  The 2018 lottery season begins in October, so it ...

  • September 29th, 2016
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