H Visas: Temporary Professional Workers, Nurses and Trainees

Professional "Specialty Occupation" Workers (H-1B)

This visa is available to persons in a "specialty occupation." "Specialty occupations' are defined as those that require the theoretical and practical application of a body of highly specialised knowledge and the attainment of at least a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) as the minimum requirement for entry into the occupation.

Only employers can make an application for an H-1B.  Employees can not petition for themselves and therefore must obtain an offer of employment before pursuing an H-1B visa.

If you are an employer wishing to hire an employee in the US or if you have received an offer of employment from a US employer, please do not hesitate to contact us for further information.

Nurses (H-1C)

Registered nurses employed in an area designated by the US Department of Health and Human Services to be a "health professional shortage area" may qualify for an H-1C visa. The number of visas issued under this category each year is limited.

Trainees (H-3)

This visa is available for foreign nationals coming to the United States to receive training from an employer in any field, other than graduate education or training.