USA Work Visa (H-1B and Employer-Sponsored Categories)
Employer-sponsored and open work permits for skilled professionals.
Program Overview
About This Pathway
The USA offers several employer-sponsored work visa categories, most notably the H-1B for specialty occupations, which is subject to an annual lottery and cap. Other categories include L-1 (intra-company transfer) and O-1 (extraordinary ability). Each route has distinct eligibility and sponsorship requirements.
Eligibility
Eligibility Requirements
- ✓Job offer from a US employer willing to sponsor the relevant visa category
- ✓Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a specialty occupation (for H-1B)
- ✓Employer petition (Form I-129) approval by USCIS
- ✓Selection in the H-1B lottery (cap-subject categories)
- ✓Maintenance of nonimmigrant intent or dual intent depending on category
- ✓Compliance with prevailing wage requirements
Documentation
Required Documents
- ✓Job offer letter
- ✓Educational credential evaluation (if degree obtained outside the US)
- ✓Resume/CV detailing relevant experience
- ✓Valid passport
- ✓Employer petition documentation (I-129 and supporting evidence)
- ✓Labor condition application (LCA) where applicable
Processing
Processing Time & Validity
Typical Processing Time
Varies widely by category (weeks to several years)
Validity
Visa category dependent
Our Process
How We Manage Your USA Application
Profile Review
We assess your fit for this USA pathway.
Documentation
We prepare and verify every required document.
Application Lodgement
We submit your complete application to the relevant authority.
Decision & Onboarding
We support you through to approval and beyond.
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions — USA Permits
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