An H-1B is a temporary, nonimmigrant visa issued to foreign nationals in specialized fields that typically require a minimum of a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent in experience and skills. This visa is mainly used by professionals in the IT, financial, engineering, and medical fields. The annual H-1B cap is 85,000 visas, with 65,000 allocated for bachelor’s degree holders and 20,000 for those with advanced degrees. H-1B visas are initially valid for three years but can be extended for up to six years. Since they are dual-intent visas, holders may pursue permanent residency while maintaining H-1B status. Spouses and children under 21 can also obtain H-4 visas as dependents of the H-1B holder.
An H-1B is a temporary, nonimmigrant visa issued to foreign nationals in specialized fields that typically require a minimum of a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent in experience and skills. This visa is mainly used by professionals in the IT, financial, engineering, and medical fields. The annual H-1B cap is 85,000 visas, with 65,000 allocated for bachelor’s degree holders and 20,000 for those with advanced degrees. H-1B visas are initially valid for three years but can be extended for up to six years. Since they are dual-intent visas, holders may pursue permanent residency while maintaining H-1B status. Spouses and children under 21 can also obtain H-4 visas as dependents of the H-1B holder.
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I wanted to highly recommend this law firm to anyone seeking knowledgeable, compassionate, and hardworking attorney Saman, George, Marcial and all her team legal attorneys and paralegalโs, especially Raquel Ramos. Thank you for your unwavering effort, guidance, and support. We will always be grateful for everything you have done for our family. Also the financial department Miss Maribel, wanted to personally thank you for your compassion and support guiding us through each step and explaining everything details and always answering all my questions and concerns. Even customers service representatives, all of you rock, especially Brittney/Joseph beyond 5 stars. โจ thank you for your dedication and your politeness for each calls and giving your team a backbone in the process. Once an again thank you for helping individuals and families navigate the complex immigration process with professionalism, compassion, and integrity. Your hard work and commitment make a meaningful difference in the lives of those you represent.
I canโt thank this office enough. Their patience and professionalism through my process as well as my families has been absolutely outstanding.
Every email was answered right away. Every call or issue was handled right away. Arantxa was my paralegal which Iโm so grateful of. She guided me through everything.
As well as my attorney Oni.
Thank you again for blessing my family with your help!
Great experience with U.S. Immigration Law Counsel. Everyone was very helpful and easy to work with. A special thank you to Susana Troconis for guiding me through everything. I definitely recommend them.
Saman is not only top at what she does but she's trustworthy. She's also a fantastic communicator. She advised us in a highly consequential visa case that was part of a mass tort case heading to trial. I would strongly recommend to anyone on the fence between one lawyer or another one.
I would like to thank Attorney Oni, Susana, Marisol, and the entire team at USILC for helping us successfully obtain my husbandโs green card approval.
My husband and I were both very nervous throughout the process, but the team was always professional, supportive, and honest in answering our questions. They kept us informed, provided updates when available, and helped guide us through each step.
I do recommend staying involved and keeping track of your case, but it was reassuring to know that the team was also proactive in following up and communicating with us.
The immigration process can feel overwhelming and intimidating, but if you have the opportunity to work with this team, I highly recommend them. We are incredibly grateful for their help and dedication. In a few years, we hope to return and work with Attorney Oni and her team again when it is time for my husbandโs citizenship application.
Thank you all for helping our family achieve this important milestone!
My case has only just started, but so far my experience has been amazing. Ms. Saman is extremely knowledgeable, professional, and easy to talk to. I already have a great deal of trust in this law office. If youโre looking for an immigration attorney, I highly recommend speaking with them before spending your time and money elsewhere.
Paralegal Jazzmin was so patient and very clear during my pre-consultation she was extremely helpful with the questions I was asking. Thanks again for the help Jazzmin!
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I wanted to highly recommend this law firm to anyone seeking knowledgeable, compassionate, and hardworking attorney Saman, George, Marcial and all her team legal attorneys and paralegalโs, especially Raquel Ramos. Thank you for your unwavering effort, guidance, and support. We will always be grateful for everything you have done for our family. Also the financial department Miss Maribel, wanted to personally thank you for your compassion and support guiding us through each step and explaining everything details and always answering all my questions and concerns. Even customers service representatives, all of you rock, especially Brittney/Joseph beyond 5 stars. โจ thank you for your dedication and your politeness for each calls and giving your team a backbone in the process. Once an again thank you for helping individuals and families navigate the complex immigration process with professionalism, compassion, and integrity. Your hard work and commitment make a meaningful difference in the lives of those you represent.
I canโt thank this office enough. Their patience and professionalism through my process as well as my families has been absolutely outstanding.
Every email was answered right away. Every call or issue was handled right away. Arantxa was my paralegal which Iโm so grateful of. She guided me through everything.
As well as my attorney Oni.
Thank you again for blessing my family with your help!
Great experience with U.S. Immigration Law Counsel. Everyone was very helpful and easy to work with. A special thank you to Susana Troconis for guiding me through everything. I definitely recommend them.
Saman is not only top at what she does but she's trustworthy. She's also a fantastic communicator. She advised us in a highly consequential visa case that was part of a mass tort case heading to trial. I would strongly recommend to anyone on the fence between one lawyer or another one.
I would like to thank Attorney Oni, Susana, Marisol, and the entire team at USILC for helping us successfully obtain my husbandโs green card approval.
My husband and I were both very nervous throughout the process, but the team was always professional, supportive, and honest in answering our questions. They kept us informed, provided updates when available, and helped guide us through each step.
I do recommend staying involved and keeping track of your case, but it was reassuring to know that the team was also proactive in following up and communicating with us.
The immigration process can feel overwhelming and intimidating, but if you have the opportunity to work with this team, I highly recommend them. We are incredibly grateful for their help and dedication. In a few years, we hope to return and work with Attorney Oni and her team again when it is time for my husbandโs citizenship application.
Thank you all for helping our family achieve this important milestone!
My case has only just started, but so far my experience has been amazing. Ms. Saman is extremely knowledgeable, professional, and easy to talk to. I already have a great deal of trust in this law office. If youโre looking for an immigration attorney, I highly recommend speaking with them before spending your time and money elsewhere.
Paralegal Jazzmin was so patient and very clear during my pre-consultation she was extremely helpful with the questions I was asking. Thanks again for the help Jazzmin!
