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H1B Visa Basics

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H-1B eligibility, specialty occupations, status rules, and essential questions for getting started.

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UPDATED | Oct 9, 2026

Recapturing Time Outside of the United States

H-1B and L-1 recapture time: rules, calculation, and evidence - a practical guide to counting full days abroad and documenting a recapture request.

UPDATED | Oct 2, 2026

Employer Sponsorship for an H-1B Visa

Explore what employer sponsorship entails, why it matters, and what responsibilities your employer takes on when they decide to sponsor your H-1B visa.

UPDATED | Feb 18, 2026

Annual Cap on H-1B Visas

Get the full picture on the H-1B annual cap: 85,000 visas each fiscal cycle, how the lottery works, who gets a shot, and what steps come next.

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