Discuss your H-1B visa, spouse visas, H-1B policies, jobs and more with peers 
1. Why should people use this category? What is it for?
This category is for discussions related to the H-1B visa, a non-immigrant work visa that allows U.S. employers to hire foreign workers in specialty occupations. Users can share experiences, ask questions, and stay updated on H-1B policies, lottery processes, extensions, transfers, and related topics.
2. How exactly is this different from other categories?
Unlike Green Card discussions, which focus on permanent residency, this category is specifically for temporary work authorization under the H-1B program. It differs from OPT/CPT categories, which are related to student visas, and from other work visas like O-1, L-1, or TN visas. The H-1B category covers sponsorship, employer obligations, and work-related immigration transitions.
3. What should topics in this category generally contain?
- H-1B lottery process, selection trends, and alternative options
- Visa application process, USCIS approvals, and RFEs
- H-1B extensions, transfers, and change of employer procedures
- Cap-exempt H-1B options and employment at universities/nonprofits
- Prevailing wage, LCA (Labor Condition Application), and employer compliance
- Green Card transition for H-1B holders (PERM, EB categories)
4. Do we need this category? Can we merge it with another category or subcategory?
Yes, this category is essential because H-1B is one of the most common work visas in the U.S. It should remain distinct from broader work visa discussions and Green Card topics. However, if necessary, subcategories (e.g., H-1B Lottery, H-1B Extensions/Transfers, H-1B to Green Card) could be created for better organization.