Summary
Starting today, major changes to the H-1B visa process will affect how applications are filed and chosen. The new system focuses on wages, giving priority to higher-paying jobs, and requires employers to detail job requirements when applying.
Key Facts
- Immigration authorities changed the H-1B visa process to focus more on wages.
- Employers must use a new Form I-129 for H-1B applications, or the application will be rejected.
- The new system involves a wage-weighted lottery, where higher-paying jobs have better chances.
- Employers need to specify job-related wage details, like education and experience, on the application.
- Wage levels for jobs are based on the job requirements, not the person applying.
- Most H-1B jobs fall into Job Zone 4, which includes positions like software developers and engineers.
- All documents in the application process must now be consistent in detailing the job role.
