Immigration Services for Individuals

Why Work in the US as a Specialty Worker?

Opt for a US H1B Visa to work in the USA.
Eligible if you hold a Bachelor’s degree in IT, STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics).
Earn in USD (up to 7 times more than your current salary).
Direct path to obtaining a Green Card.
Settle in the USA with your family.

The US H1B Visa is a highly sought-after visa for working in the US. Employers must apply for this visa on behalf of specialist employees, typically those with at least a Bachelor’s degree in fields such as IT and STEM. Viscons assists employers with H1B petitions and helps employees worldwide secure positions with sponsoring companies.

US H1B Visa Details

The H1B Visa is highly competitive due to an annual cap and high demand from US employers. It is also a pathway to a Green Card, making it a top choice for those seeking to work in the US. Successful petitioners can:

Consular Applications

Live and work in the US
Extend their stay in the US
Change employers while on H-1B status
Bring their dependent spouse and children (under 21) to the US

Validity of the Visa:

Valid for three years, with an option to extend up to a maximum of six years.
After the validity period, workers must leave the US or seek a different status (PR/GC).
Failure to comply can result in loss of legal status and possible deportation.

Documents Required:

The H1B is a point-based visa system requiring a minimum of 12 points for application assessment:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from the US (or equivalent in your country)
Or 12 years of work experience
Or a combination of education and work experience

Points are awarded as follows:

3 points for every 1 year of college studies
1 point for every 1 year of work experience

H1B Visa Cost:

Standard H1B Filing Fee: $460 (subject to change).
The fee can be paid electronically or in cash at specified banks in India.
Create a profile on the US Visa Service website to schedule an appointment and ensure timely payment.

H4 Visa

The H4 visa is a non-immigrant dependent visa allowing holders to live, study, and work in the US.

Eligibility

Spouse of an H type visa holder

Children under 21 whose parent is an H visa holder

Validity

Dependent on the sponsor’s visa (principal applicant).
Sponsored by the spouse or parent with an H type visa.
Becomes invalid when the sponsor’s visa expires.

Privileges

Obtain a driver’s license
Study in the US
Qualify for financial services like banking and loans

Work Permission

Work part-time, full-time, or not at all
Start any form of business
Eligible for EAD even without seeking employment

Documents Required

US visa interview appointment letter
Valid passport
Copy of primary visa holder’s passport
Photographs of the primary visa holder and applicant
Passport-sized photograph of the applicant
Confirmation page of the online DS-160 form
Visa fees receipt
Copy of primary visa holder’s form I-797
Letter from the primary visa holder’s employer
Pay stubs from the primary visa holder’s current employment
Original marriage certificate
Original birth certificates of children

How to Get an H1B Visa from India

Determine Your Visa Type: Review Common Nonimmigrant Visas and choose the applicable type.
Complete the DS-160 Form: Ensure all information is accurate as changes cannot be made once submitted.
Pay the Visa Fee.
Schedule Appointments: Log in to your profile to schedule appointments at the Visa Application Center (VAC) and for the visa interview at the Embassy or Consulate.
Prepare Required Documents for the VAC appointment.
Attend Your Appointments: First at the VAC for photo and fingerprints, then at the US Embassy or Consulate for the visa interview.

H1B Visa Sponsorship

Employers can sponsor non-immigrants by hiring them for H1B visas. Candidates must have at least a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) and the job must require specialist skills. Positions are available in fields such as architecture, law, finance, and medicine.

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