If I have already been selected in the H1B lottery and am currently working under an active H1B status, is it legally possible to work full-time for two different employers at the same time? Are there any immigration or legal restrictions I should be aware of? I’d appreciate any advice or shared experiences from those who have been in a similar situation. Thanks!
Yep, it’s possible but it’s not as simple as just working two jobs. You’d need the second company to file what’s called a concurrent H1B petition. That way, you’re legally allowed to work for both employers at the same time.
It’s different from a transfer — you’re not leaving your current job, just adding a second one. But both roles still have to follow all the regular H1B rules: same field, proper wages, etc.
One thing to keep in mind: you can’t just start the second job because you “have an H1B.” That visa is employer-specific. The second employer has to file their own paperwork, and you need at least a receipt notice before starting.
I know a few people who’ve done this, especially in tech, when they picked up a second full-time or long-term side role. But yeah — talk to an attorney if you’re seriously considering it, just to be 100% safe.
Hope that helps!
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yes. it is called concurrent h1b. rare but exist.
I’ve never heard of concurrent H1B before. If someone holds two full‑time jobs, wouldn’t USCIS question them working 80 hours a week?
Is there a minimum number of hours required for the second H1B job?
And any idea if this works the same way for H1B cap-exempt jobs (like at universities)?