JRD experienced immigration attorneys will prepare and file all the required documents for professional’s companies applying for the H1B1 visa.
Eligibility
Foreign professionals from Chile and Singapore seeking temporary work in specialty occupations
Business persons who do not possess a baccalaureate degree or its equivalent, but who will engage in the professions of: for Chileans only – Agricultural Managers, and Physical Therapists, and for both Chileans and Singaporeans – Disaster Relief Claims Adjusters
Foreign nationals from Chile and Singapore, certain Management Consultants who hold a baccalaureate degree in other than their specialty area
U.S. companies to bring in qualified foreign professionals from Chile and Singapore for jobs that require a bachelors degree and specialized skills
FAQ
1. Is there a limit on the number of H-1B1 visas?
Yes. The H-1B1 category has numerical limits that come out of the 65,000 H1B cap. 1,400 H-1B1 visa numbers are available for citizens of Chile, and 5,400 are set aside for citizens or nationals of Singapore.
2. Can I be self-employed or be an independent contractor on an H-1B1 Visa?
No. The H-1B1 visa does not allow you to be self-employed or be an independent contractor
3. What is the validity period of H-1B1 visa?
H-1B1 visas are only valid for 18 months.
4. How do I apply for an H-1B1 visa?
You apply for an H1B1 visa directly at the US Consulate in your home country. You must submit the appropriate nonimmigrant visa application, along with an employment offer letter, a certified Labor Condition Application (LCA) and the relevant supporting documents.
5. What is the processing time for an H-1B1 visa?
The wait times at each Consulate vary. The visa will generally be issued the day after your appointment with the US Consulate (though the actual procedure may vary by Consulate). Petitions for change of status or extension of stay submitted to USCIS generally take 4-5 months to be approved.
