If you are a student in the USA on an F1 visa, you are probably unsure of your visa’s conditions and your rights to work. You are probably keen to get to work and wondering about about things like whether you are allowed to work on or off campus and if you can work once […]
At a Glance Networking is crucial for professional success. Build genuine connections and focus on mutual benefit. Join social or professional groups and engage in activities. Utilize resources from universities, professors, and career centers. Every year, thousands of students decide to do a semest…
At a Glance On-campus jobs are part-time positions located on university campuses that support the operations of the institution. These jobs can be voluntary or paid, with a limit of 20 hours per week during the semester. International students with F1 visas are generally restricted to on-campus wor…
At a Glance The amount of time you work in the US depends on your company, role, and management’s flexibility. Generally, Americans work 8 hours a day from around 8 am to 4:30 pm, including a 30-minute lunch break. Some companies offer flexible working hours, allowing employees to choose their…
You might be considering if you should study an MS or MBA in the US to increase your chances of attaining employment and getting sponsored by a company in the US. However, whether you fall under the Advanced Degree cap or Regular cap for an H1B visa, there is still an element of luck in […]
If you’re one of the many people who is changing from an L1 visa to an H1B visa, you’re probably wondering what procedures, rules, and regulations you need to follow to ensure your Change of Status is as smooth as possible. There are many things to take into consideration; can you continue working f…
At a Glance To renew your passport in the U.S., send your current passport, completed application form, photos, and copies of relevant documents. Consulates for renewal are in Houston, New York, Washington D.C., Atlanta, Chicago, and the Consulate General of India in San Francisco. Renewal must be d…
The H-1B visa program allows U.S. employers to hire international professionals for specialty roles requiring expertise, with an annual cap of 85,000 visas. For fiscal year 2024, the USCIS has completed the lottery selection process from the electronic registrations submitted by prospective employer…
At a Glance For F-1 to H-1B visa change, secure a job offer from a sponsoring employer. File the H-1B petition promptly due to limited annual visas. If F-1 status expires while waiting, apply for a cap-gap extension to maintain status. Employer files Labor Condition Application (LCA) and Form I-129,…
At a Glance A passport is not required for a newborn unless traveling internationally. Passports are mandatory for international travel in both India and the USA, even for minors. To apply for a newborn passport, parents or legal guardians need to fill out the application form and provide required d…