H-1B workers are increasingly switching jobs, with over 1 million job switches recorded from fiscal year 2005 to 2023. Tighter labor market conditions, H-1B cap constraints, and government policies facilitating job transitions contribute to this trend. However, challenges persist for H-1B workers, including unequal treatment in the labor market and green card processing constraints. New employers must navigate a fee structure that varies based on their size and the status of their workforce.
US & Canada News News: David J. Bier's study shows a growing trend of H-1B workers changing jobs. Cyrus D. Mehta provides insights into H-1B transfer processes, fees, and ke
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will increase its filing fees on April 1, 2024, for its various applications and petitions used by the public to apply for U.S. immigration benefits.
As we discussed in our two prior articles on H-1B visas – "Do You Qualify for an H-1B Visa?" and "Your Rights as an H-1B Worker", an H-1B visa - Specialty Occupations.