In a bid to bolster the U.S. economy and retain top talent, the Biden administration has announced new steps that will favour recent U.S College graduates with job offer.
This new approach would speed up employment-based nonimmigrant visas for graduates of U.S college with job offers.
The initiative aims to streamline immigration processes and attract skilled workers to the country.
U.S To Prioritise International Graduates
By July 18, the Department of State will release new guidelines for consular officers on recommending that the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) approve waivers of ineligibility.
A critical step in speeding up the visa application process while maintaining thorough screening and security protocols.
During the recent election season, the administration outlined plans to prioritise international students who graduated from U.S colleges and secured job offers.
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Promising faster visa issuance if they meet the necessary criteria.
What Is H-1B Visa
Employment-based nonimmigrant visas, such as the popular H-1B visa, allow foreign nationals to work temporarily in the country.
The visa process typically begins with the employer filing a petition for the worker.
Applicants initially denied visas are usually informed of the reasons for denial by the consular officer, and some may qualify for a waiver, providing another opportunity to obtain their visa.
The DHS and U.S Customs and Border Protection’s Admissibility Review Office handle these waiver requests.
Do This Before Applying U.S Work Visa
Before applying for an H-1B or other temporary worker visa, employers must first receive approval for a Petition for a Nonimmigrant Worker (Form I-129) from the U.S Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).
Once approved, the prospective employee can proceed with their visa application
This includes completing the Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application (Form DS-160) and scheduling an interview at a US embassy or consulate.
In fiscal year 2023, USCIS and the Department of State issued over 192,000 employment-based immigrant visas, ensuring no visas went unused for the second consecutive year.
